2nd International Competition of Scientific and Creative Works "Territory of Creativity"

The Tchaikovsky Moscow State Conservatory, with the support of the Russian Ministry of Culture and the Moscow Department of Culture, announces the launch of the 2nd International Competition of Scientific and Creative Works for musicians in performing arts specialties, "Territory of Creativity." The project is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the School of Higher Artistic Mastery of the Moscow Conservatory and aims to identify and support talented musician-researchers.

Eligible Participants:

Students, assistant trainees, and graduates in performing arts specialties from Russian and international higher education institutions, aged 18 to 40.

Categories:

• Best Research Article

• Best Essay

• Best Review

Format: Remote / Online.

Participation Fee: None.

Submission Period: January 15 to March 1, 2026, inclusive.

About the Competition and Its Unique Nature:

This competition provides a unique opportunity for performing musicians and educators to present themselves not only as practitioners but also as thinkers capable of in-depth analysis and creative interpretation of musical art. Unlike purely performance-based contests, "Territory of Creativity" reveals the intellectual potential of the modern musician.

Participants are invited to explore a wide range of topics—from the relevance of the classical heritage and performance traditions to the challenges of contemporary music culture, the role of the musician in the digital age, and the analysis of specific concerts or opera productions.

Organization and Jury:

The Organizing Committee is headed by the Vice-Rector for Research of the Moscow Conservatory, Professor K.V. Zenkin, and Honored Artist of Russia, Professor E.P. Savelyeva. The entries will be evaluated by an expert panel comprising young Candidates of Arts, Associate Professors, and Professors of the Moscow Conservatory, ensuring a competent and contemporary approach to the assessment.

Opportunities for Winners:

• Awarding of the titles of Laureate and Diploma Recipient of the I, II, and III degrees.

• Publication of the best works in the periodicals of the Moscow Conservatory.

• Publication of interviews with the winners in the materials of the "Musical Klondike" news agency.

How to Apply:

To participate, applicants must send a completed application form and their entry (15,000–20,000 characters in length) to the following email address by March 1, 2026: aspirantura@mosconsv.ru.

Submissions must demonstrate original thought, logical structure, and comply with the stated genre requirements.

Organizing Committee Contact for Inquiries:

• Phone: +7 (993) 593-08-30