The prestigious Fontys AMPA Euphonium Competition will take place at the Fontys Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) Tilburg, Netherlands today.

International

Organised by the respected soloist and teacher Robbert Vos it will see 13 participants of from different nationalities compete against each other to try and claim the title.

The international jury panel consists of Renato Meli, Arnold Span and Jan van den Eijnden.

First prize sponsored by Buffet Crampon is worth €500, with additional podium prizes provided by them and sponsors K&G.

Delighted

Robbert told 4BR: "We have been delighted by the response and we hope the event, which is open to the public will showcase the incredible amount of euphonium talent from around the world."

The first competitor will take to the stage at 10.00am, with the final taking place at around 3.00pm. All the finalists will perform James Curnow's 'Concerto for Euphonium' accompanied by pianist Toon Bierman.

Further information:

Entrance: free
Fontys University of the Arts, Music Hall A0.16 (Zwijsenplein 1, Tilburg)