World-Wide Composers’ Competition 2026 opens the door to talented composers from around the globe. Join this prestigious international competition, gain valuable professional experience, and compete for financial and career-boosting prizes that can help take you to the top tier of the film music world.
What you can win:
- €2,000 in cash
- exclusive prizes from Orchestral Tools
- a performance at a Gala or Showcase concert alongside Hollywood composers
- a private lesson with one of the Sonic Conductor mentors
(Dave Jordan, DJ Cheapshot, or Christopher Lennertz)
The official competition brief has been prepared by Dave Jordan, a leading Hollywood music supervisor (e.g. Guardians of the Galaxy) and founder of Sonic Conductor. You’ll be working on a real-world professional challenge—an ideal opportunity to sharpen your skills and open new career paths.
Only the best will make it to the stage. Will you be one of them?
Key information:
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Pre-registration is mandatory – you will receive the official submission link
Questions: competition@soundsgate.com