Bach Competition Leipzig
The Bach Competition Leipzig is one of the world's most prestigious competitions for young classical musicians. Named after Johann Sebastian Bach, who served as Thomaskantor in Leipzig from 1723 to 1750, this international competition, first held in 1950, represents outstanding musical achievements of the highest caliber.
Since 2025, the Leipzig Bach Competition has been held annually in March, with different categories each year. The focus is on exploring the works of the famous Thomaskantor (director of music at St. Thomas Church). Participants from around the world showcase their talent before an international jury and an enthusiastic audience. The competition rounds take place at renowned Leipzig venues such as St. Thomas Church and St. Luther Church. The highlight is the final, followed by the awards ceremony on March 21, Johann Sebastian Bach's birthday. The final concert is broadcast worldwide via livestream.
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Information about the program of the Bach Competition Leipzig can be found on its website.
Price information
Information on reduced prices: LEIPZIG CARD/ LEIPZIG REGIO CARD users receive a discount in the form of a reduced admission price for all events of the Bach Competition eligible for discounts and for events at the Bach Museum Leipzig.
Arrival & Parking
By public transport: The nearest stop to the Bach Archive is Leipzig, Thomaskirche (tram line 9 and bus line 89). Other nearby stops include: Leipzig Markt, Goerdelerring and Leipzig Hauptbahnhof (main train station).
By car: Use of the surrounding parking garages in the city center, such as Q-Park Marktgalerie, Tief-Parkhaus Zentralstraße and CONTIPARK Parkhaus Martin-Luther-Ring.
By car: Use of the surrounding parking garages in the city center, such as Q-Park Marktgalerie, Tief-Parkhaus Zentralstraße and CONTIPARK Parkhaus Martin-Luther-Ring.
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