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Competition

The Rahn Music Prize competition is held every two years, alternating between piano and string instruments. Students of all nationalities at Swiss music academies are eligible to take part. The prizewinners receive substantial prizes and further support for four years in the form of concert appearances and the payment of fees.

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RAHN MUSIC PRIZE 2026 FOR STRING INSTRUMENTS


COMPETITION

The Rahn Musikpreis 2026 competition for violin, viola, cello and double bass took place from 20-22 January at the ZKO-Haus in Zurich. Following a video preselection of 79 candidates from around the world, 23 young talents ultimately presented themselves to the jury. All six finalists received a prize. The following prizewinners were awarded.

PRIZE WINNER RAHN MUSIC PRIZE 2026

Diana Adamyan Armenia
1. Prize Violin
Elias Kobi Switzerland
1. Prize Double Bass
Emilie Richter Switzerland
1. Prize Violoncello
Anastasia Dziadevych Ukraine
2. Prize Violin
Jimena Rodríguez Spain
2. Prize Double Bass
Laura Morales Rejas Spain
3. Prize Violin
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PRIZE WINNERS