Summa Cum Laude

International Youth Music Festival

Europe's premier youth music festival for choirs, bands, and orchestras, held every July in Vienna. Perform on world-famous stages like the Golden Hall of the Musikverein while connecting with ensembles from around the globe.

When

  • 17th SCL Festival: 4–9 July 2025
  • 18th SCL Festival: 3–8 July 2026
  • 19th SCL Festival: 2–7 July 2027

Where

  • Vienna, Austria
  • Venues include the Golden Hall of the Musikverein and the Wiener Konzerthaus

What's Included

  • Competition or non-competitive Celebration participation
  • Workshops at Vienna’s University of Music
  • Additional concerts in and around Vienna
  • Opening and closing ceremonies
  • Networking with international ensembles
  • Diplomas and participation certificates
  • Accommodation and full board included in the festival package
  • Perform at iconic venues in the world’s music capital
  • Choose between competition or celebration pathways
  • Receive coaching from world-renowned adjudicators and conductors
  • Create lifelong friendships through intercultural exchange
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