2026 BMF International Music Competition for the Blind United States | New York Posted 29 Sep 2026 Competitions Piano Applications are open for the 2026 BMF International Music Competition for Blind and Visually Impaired Musicians! Application Deadline: October 1, 2026 Open internationally to blind and visually impaired classical and jazz instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers. Competition Highlights: • USD 10,000 in total cash awards • Carnegie Hall performance opportunity for all First Prize winners – December 6, 2026, at Weill Recital Hall in New York City • Additional First Prize awards sponsored by Dancing Dots: accessible music notation software valued at $1,895 or $1,849 Eligibility: Classical: Ages 10–30 Jazz: Ages 15–30 Preliminary Round: Recorded Video Audition Final Round: Live Zoom Audition, October 15–19, 2026 From 02 Oct 2026 to 22 Oct 2026 VISIT WEBSITE
