Organized by the “Opera Zero” Cultural Association of Bari (Italy), the 3rd International Harp Competition “Ángel Padilla Crespo” will take place in the spring of 2026. The online competition is open to musicians of all nationalities and is divided into four solo harp categories (up to 16 years old, up to 21 years old, no age limit, and lever harp with no age limit), plus two ensemble categories (chamber ensembles including harp, and harp ensembles of two to four members). Repertoire is a free-choice program within a given time limit for each category.
Applications are due by April 30, 2026, via email to concorsopadillacrespo@operazero.it. Applicants must include a link to an unlisted YouTube video, which will serve as the competition performance, as well as a copy of a valid ID, proof of payment of the registration fee, and a list of the works that will be performed. Results will be announced by May 20. One grand prize winner will be awarded €300. First, second, and third prize winners in all categories will receive diplomas.
For more information, contact the competition organizers at concorsopadillacrespo@operazero.it.
