The Papa Haydn Prize in the violin category is a necessary musical accessory. It can be a set of strings from well-known manufacturers – Thomastik-Infeld, Pirastro or equivalent, or accessories such as rosin, bow hair, etc. This prize is awarded to 10% of the participants from the 2nd round.

Sponsor: Birger Fredricson – luthier and philanthropist.

Awarding criteria: The prize will be awarded to highly gifted young violinist who has been admitted to the 2nd round of the competition. Special attention is put on the correlation of musical skills and technique in correlation with the own violin being played by the violinist.

Award: Full violin by Birger Fredricson – estimated value 10.000,- € upwards