Neue Stimmen International Singing Competition Announces 2026 Final Round Singers

The Neue Stimmen International Singing Competition has announced the 2026 Final Round Singers. The final round of the NEUE STIMMEN International Singing Competition will bring the most promising young voices from all over the world to Gütersloh. Following a rigorous, multi-stage selection process, the finalists are: Iana Aivazian, Soprano, Armenia Aigerim Altynbek, Soprano, Kazakhstan Esau Alvarez, Baritone, Mexico Madeleine Bazola-Minori, {…}

Dec 9, 2025

Alexander Neef to Lead Jury of NEUE STIMMEN International Singing Competiton

The NEUE STIMMEN International Singing Competition of the Liz Mohn Foundation has announced that Alexander Neef, Director of the Opéra national de Paris, will take on the role of Jury Chair for the 2026 edition. Neef previously collaborated with the competition during Gérard Mortier’s tenure and supported emerging singers throughout his directorship at the Canadian Opera Company, including 2017 prizewinner {…}

Sep 6, 2024

Neue Stimmen International Singing Competition Announces Details of the 20th Anniversary Finale

The Neue Stimmen International Singing Competition has released details about its final round of competition. Out of over 1,000 applicants, 21 women and 18 men have made it to the final round of the International Singing Competition. From Oct. 5 to 11, they will meet with opera and festival directors, agents, and talent scouts in the music industry. At the {…}