MODUS International Music Contest

MODUS International Music Contest 2026 is an international online music competition organized by the Life and Art Foundation in Kraków, Poland. Its mission is to create new opportunities for musicians by embracing diverse musical traditions, performance practices, and contemporary forms of artistic expression. The competition features four sections: Classical Music, Early Music, Jazz, and Musicology, and is open to participants across a wide range of age categories – from young musicians and students to professional artists and researchers. Participants are evaluated by an international jury of distinguished musicians and experts, and each contestant receives individual written jury feedback. Laureates may receive cash and special prizes, with a PLN 1,000 Grand Prix awarded to the top winner.