Banff - Banff International String Quartet Competition
For over 30 years, Banff International String Quartet Competition has celebrated the art of chamber music while providing career support for emerging string quartets. Intended as a one-time special event, the first competition was held in 1983 to mark the 50th anniversary of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. The outstanding success of the first competition inspired organizers to make this a triennial event.
Agenda
The competition gives audiences an in-depth and behind-the-scenes look at the thrill and heartbreak of a live chamber music competition as 10 of the world’s best young string quartets vie for over $500,000 CAD in cash, prizes and opportunities, including the Christine and David Anderson Prize of $5,000 CAD for each of the 7 quartets not advancing to finals.
The triennial competition is a member of the World Federation of International Music Competitions and is widely recognized among the top events of its kind.
Contact
Barry Shiffman
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, BISQC office
107 Tunnel Mtn Drive
PO Box 1020, Stn. 23
Banff T1L 1H5
Canada
