Conservatoire Clarinet Competition - Competitor Application

We are inviting young UK clarinettists to apply to the Conservatoire Clarinet Competition, sponsored by The Wind Section.

Pupils in full-time school education across the UK, of Grade 5 and above, are eligible to apply.

A panel of RCS specialists will select up to five clarinettists to compete in a live final at the RCS on Sunday 16 February 2025 as part of the Conservatoire Clarinet Festival, sponsored by Buffet Crampon.

Final: Live performance of 8 mins of clarinet & piano, and/or solo clarinet repertoire of your choice.
Applicants may choose to perform complete works, and/or selected movement/s from any works.
A professional accompanist will be available to rehearse (on the day) & perform with all finalists. Please note that the RCS is unable to cover any travel costs for finalists.

Prize: The Wind Section has generously offered the winner £1000 towards a Buffet instrument purchase*. All finalists will be given a 1:1 clarinet lesson with an RCS specialist (at a future date to be agreed) and tickets to attend an RCS concert of their choice.

Entry Form/Entry Fee
An entry fee of £5 is required by each competitor (non-refundable). Please send your video link (we suggest an unlisted YouTube link) to Woodwind@rcs.ac.uk by Friday 10 January 2025 (midnight).

For any questions or queries, please contact Jennifer Stephenson – j.stephenson@rcs.ac.uk

*Terms & Conditions

• The winner will be given a £1000 voucher that can be put towards the purchase of a Buffet Crampon instrument (VAT inclusive price) from The Wind Section, subject to supplier availability.
• The voucher can be used online at www.thewindsection.com or in our Edinburgh shop at 11-13 Cumberland Street, Edinburgh EH3 6RT.
• The voucher is valid until 23:59, Saturday 28th February 2026.
• The voucher is non-transferable and non-refundable. There is no cash alternative.

Entry Form/Entry Fee

An entry fee of £5 is required by each competitor (non-refundable).Please send your video link (we suggest an unlisted YouTube link) to Woodwind@rcs.ac.uk by Friday 10 January 2025 (midnight). 

Video content should show the performer clearly and the sound should be of good quality. Please can you present 4-5mins from your chosen programme.