Congratulations to the 2026 ICA Composition Competition Winners!

The International Clarinet Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Composition Competition!

The pieces this year were particularly excellent, and we were pleased to receive more than 270 entries coming from 36 different countries representing 6 continents. After three rounds of consideration, all of which were conducted blindly, the judges have decided on the winners.

Solo Composition Competition Winner

Amy Jerman, “Episodes for Clarinet and Piano”

Honorable Mention

Caleb Wortham, “86, Pieces for Clarinet”

Chamber Composition Competition Winner

Erin Potgieter, “Bonkers”

Honorable Mention

Shane Valle, “A Sunward Tilt”

Thanks to everyone who participated in the competition and created more incredible music for the clarinet repertoire!

The winning works will be officially premiered at ClarinetFest® 2026 in Incheon, South Korea. The honorable mentions will be premiere at the ICA’s New Music Weekend in October.

We hope to see you there!