Eurovision Young Musicians
Eurovision Young Musicians: Europe’s Rising Classical Stars Look Ahead to Liepāja 2027
Since 1982, Eurovision Young Musicians has showcased Europe’s most exceptional young instrumentalists, offering performers aged 12–21 the opportunity to step onto an international stage at a pivotal moment in their artistic development.
Coordinated by the EBU and produced by one of its Members, the competition is one of Europe’s most respected platforms for emerging classical talent. Over the years, it has helped launch the international careers of artists such as Julian Rachlin, Julia Fischer and Natalie Clein, as well as contemporary musicians including Eivind Holtsmark Ringstad, Ivan Bessonov, Daniel Matejča and Leonhard Baumgartner.
The 22nd edition of Eurovision Young Musicians took place on 6 June 2026 in Yerevan, Armenia, marking the first time the country had hosted the competition. Organised by the Public Television Company of Armenia (AMPTV), the event transformed the Armenian capital into the heart of European classical music for a memorable week of performances, cultural exchange and celebration.
Eleven broadcasters took part in the competition, showcasing an exceptionally high artistic standard and a remarkable diversity of instruments and musical styles.
The winner of Eurovision Young Musicians 2026 was Michał Stochel, a young accordionist from Poland, whose performance captivated both the international jury and the audience. Latvia’s marimbist Sonja Misiņa was awarded second place, while Armenian flautist Elen Virabyan completed the podium in third place.
The journey now continues in Liepāja, Latvia, where the next edition of Eurovision Young Musicians will take place in 2027, hosted by Latvian Television (LSM) .
As Eurovision Young Musicians continues to evolve, it remains true to its mission: celebrating excellence, fostering cultural exchange and providing a unique platform for the next generation of Europe’s classical music stars.
Details
Format
Genre
Duration
Approx. 120 minutes
Target age
Generalist
Language
English
Delivery
2026: 6 June / 2027: TBC
Proposed by
2026: AMPTV (Armenian Public Television) / 2027: LSM (Latvian Public Service Media)
Executive Producer
2026: Anush Ter Ghukasyan (AMPTV) / 2027: TBC
Executive Producer (EBU)
Amélie Rossignol-Farjon
Participating Broadcasters
2026: AMPTV (Armenia – Host Broadcaster), RTBF (Belgium), CYBC (Cyprus), Czech Television (Czechia) ,WDR (Germany), LTV (Latvia), TVP (Poland), RTP (Portugal), RTS (Serbia), SVT (Sweden), SRF (Switzerland) / 2027: TBC