The ZYC Finale — The Contest is just around the corner!
We warmly invite you to the auditions and the closing concert:
Friday, April 17
Auditions, Brunnenhof (09:00–17:00)
Saturday, April 18
Auditions, Florhof (09:00, until approx. 12:00)
Sunday, April 19
Prize winners' concert, Brunnenhof (Studio 1, 10:00–12:00)
We wish all musicians a wonderful time at the finale!
Admission to the prize winners' concert is free. For more information on the program, see our finale brochure.
Your ZYC Team
JuryCode#4
DepthandNaturalness
Jury Code #4 – Depth and Naturalness
With the upcoming Finale in mind, in our series “Jury Code: Our Guidelines for Listening,” we turn to a principle that gains particular importance there:
Depth and naturalness.
In the Finale, it's not just about presenting programs again, but about how deeply you are inwardly connected to the music.
At ZYC, we pay attention not only to what you play, but to how you are inwardly connected to the music. Depth becomes apparent where concentration, presence, and a genuine connection to the musical statement become perceptible.
At the same time, naturalness is central: an organic flow, an effortless way of music-making in which music is allowed to emerge – rather than seeming forced. Together, both create space for expression that carries and moves people.
With the Jury Code, we make visible what ZYC stands for: attentive listening, trust in musical processes, and respect for your own artistic path.
Artikel veröffentlicht am: 01/04/2026
