The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 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 Saturday 13 February 2027 as part of the Conservatoire Clarinet Festival, sponsored by Buffet Crampon.
Round One
Finalists will be selected based on video recorded performances of 4-5 minutes (maximum) of repertoire from your chosen 8 minute programme. You will be asked to confirm your complete 8 minute programme in the application process.
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 are offering the winner £1,000 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 £8 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 8 January 2027 (midnight).
For any questions or queries, please contact Jenny Stephenson – j.stephenson@rcs.ac.uk
*Terms & Conditions
- The winner will be given a £1,000 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 26th February 2028.
- The voucher is non-transferable and non-refundable. There is no cash alternative.