The International Early Music Competition in Loire Valley is a contest addressed to instrumental ensembles performing a repertoire from the 17th and 18th centuries on period instruments (Baroque chamber ensembles)

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Co-organized by Stradivaria-Ensemble Baroque de Nantes and Anacréon (Angers), this competition aims to promote ensembles of young musicians who specialize in this repertoire.

4th edition theme

Trio Sonata at the end of the 17th century

Announcement of the Prize

William Christie

Harpsichordist, 
Director and founder
of Les Arts Florissants

Catherine Cessac

Application

 From
December 1st 2020

to 

April 15th 2021

Selection

Announcement of the selected applicants

April 2021

​Competition

Semi -finals

June 4th 2021 
at Fontevraud

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Final

June 5th 2021

in Nantes

1st Prize

4 000 €

+ Laureate concert

2nd Prize winner

Étrange Éclat

Audience Prize winner

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