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Moving Talent Sign Up 2026

After you fill out this form, we will contact you to go over details and availability. Would you like more information? Please don't hesitate to contact us at office@ihms.nl

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Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Date of birth (Day/Month/Year) *

Current place of residency *

Contact Information *

Preferred contact method *

Phone

Musical Profile

Primary Instrument *

Current level of study or professional status *

Current or most recent conservatory / institution *

Main Teachers*

Short artistic biography *

Max 150 words

Repertoire & Artistic Focus

Proposed classical work for solo instrument and string quartet *

Short explanation of why you chose this work (max. 150 words)

Video Submissions

Applicants are required to submit two video recordings

A. Performance Video
Duration: approximately 10 minutes
Content: solo performance or chamber music repertoire that best represents your artistic level
Requirements: One unedited take preferred, Clear audio and video quality, Recorded within the last 12 months

Provide your link here *

B. Project Proposal Video
Duration: maximum 5 minutes
Content:
- Introduction of yourself as an artist.
- Explanation of your artistic ideas for Moving Talent, Young Masters in Motion
- Your vision on how you would connect the chosen classical work with new or innovative elements
Style: Spoken presentation (no editing required) Authentic and personal

Provide your link here *

Written Project Pitch (PDF upload)

Length: maximum 1 A4
Language: English
Content guidelines:
- Your artistic concept and motivation
- How you envision the dialogue between tradition and innovation
- Possible collaborators, disciplines or formats you want to explore
- Why this project is important for your artistic development

Provide google docs link here *

Motivation & Vision

Short explanation of why you chose this work (max. 150 words)

Please answer the following questions briefly:
Why do you want to participate in the Moving Talent Fellowship? (max. 200 words)
How do you see your role as a musician in the future of classical music? (max. 150 words)

Availability & Commitment

Confirmation of availability for:

Rehearsal periods in Bergen

Coaching sessions with Matangi Quartet

Concert dates in Bergen, Alkmaar, Amsterdam and The Hague

Any known scheduling constraints (optional)

Practical Information

Do you require travel support?

Country of departure

Any special requirements or accessibility needs (optional)

References (Optional but Recommended)

Name of reference

Relationship with reference

E-mail address of reference

Declarations

Confirmation that all submitted materials are the applicant’s own work
Consent to use video excerpts and images for:
- promotion of the project
- documentation and educational purposes
- agreement with IHMS privacy policy