1st prize
€ 20.000
2nd prize
€ 10.000
3rd prize
€ 5.000
.
Other prizes will also be awarded by various committees:
The International Orchestras Committee Prize is awarded by representatives of international orchestras.
The ECHO Committee Prize is awarded by representatives of the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO).
The French Concert Halls and Orchestras Committee Prize is awarded by representatives of French Concert Halls and Orchestras.
The ARTE Committee Prize is awarded by representatives from the Franco-German TV channel ARTE.
The Génération Opéra Committee Prize is awarded by directors from Génération Opéra.
The Paris Mozart Orchestra Musicians’ Prize is awarded by a committee of members of the orchestra. Their vote is based on the 16 nominees of the Competition.
The Orchestre de Paris Musicians’ Prize is awarded by a committee of members of the orchestra. Their vote is based on the 4 finalists of the Competition.
In addition to these prizes, the finalists of the 2026 La Maestra Competition take precedence in participating in the Academy.
La Maestra Academy will run for a period of 2 years from February 2026. As for the Competition it is co-directed by the Philharmonie de Paris and the Paris Mozart Orchestra.
The aim of the Academy is to provide professional support in France (in partnership with venues and orchestras throughout the country) and on an international level, with the support of the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO) network. This individualized support includes concerts and collaborations with national and international orchestras, conducting masterclasses, mentoring sessions, etc.

