The international flute community turns its attention to Ukraine this spring as Kyiv Flute Days 2026 prepares to welcome young performers, distinguished artists, and leading pedagogues for a major celebration of the instrument.
With applications open until April 5, the festival’s Young Performers Competition is entering its final stage of registration, offering emerging flutists an opportunity to perform, compete, and connect within a vibrant international artistic environment.
A Distinguished International Jury
The organizers have officially announced an exceptional jury panel, bringing together performers, scholars, and orchestral leaders whose collective expertise reflects both Ukrainian excellence and international reach:
Stanislav Zubytskyi (Italy/Ukraine) — concert artist, teacher, composer
Andriy Karpyak (Ukraine) — Doctor of Arts, Professor, Head of the Department of Wind and Percussion Instruments at the Lviv National Music Academy; orchestral artist of the Lviv National Opera
Volodymyr Kachmarchyk (Ukraine) — Doctor of Arts, Professor at the National Music Academy of Ukraine
Hanna Kuzmenko (Ukraine) — methodologist, Head of the Orchestral Wind and Percussion Department at the Glière Kyiv Municipal Academy of Music; artist of the National Academic Wind Orchestra of Ukraine
Anton Kushnir (Ukraine) — PhD, Acting Professor, Dean of the Orchestral Faculty at the National Music Academy of Ukraine; flutist of the National Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra; Artistic Director of Kyiv Flute Days
Dmytro Medoliz (Ukraine) — principal flute of the National Opera of Ukraine (Taras Shevchenko Opera)
Myroslava Sirenko (Ukraine/Austria) — international prizewinner, concert artist
Ihor Tiutiunnikov (Ukraine) — principal flute of the National Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra; member of the Kyiv Chamber Orchestra
This carefully curated panel represents a powerful intersection of performance, pedagogy, and scholarly research, ensuring a high artistic standard and meaningful evaluation process for participants.
A Platform for the Next Generation
The Young Performers Competition is a central pillar of Kyiv Flute Days, designed not only as a competitive event, but as a platform for artistic growth and international visibility. Participants gain the opportunity to present their work before leading figures in the flute world while becoming part of a wider musical dialogue that extends beyond national borders.
Kyiv as a Cultural Center
Held in the historic and culturally rich city of Kyiv, the festival reflects Ukraine’s deep musical traditions and its ongoing commitment to artistic excellence—even in challenging times. Events such as Kyiv Flute Days continue to affirm the resilience and vitality of the country’s cultural life.
Final Call
With the application deadline approaching on April 5, young flutists are encouraged to submit their applications promptly and take part in one of the region’s most significant flute events.
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