International Classical Music Awards 2027

The ICMA (International Classical Music Awards) jury announced the nominations for the 2027 ICMA awards today, featuring 374 productions across 16 categories. Among the nominees are several Romanian musicians: pianist Ramona Munteanu, nominated in the “Solo” category for her album of music by Carl Filtsch; pianist Alexandra Dariescu, in the “Assorted Programs” category for her album *A Child’s Dream*; and pianist Teo Gheorghiu, also in the “Assorted Programs” category, for his *Schumann* album. Conductor Cristian Măcelaru is nominated in the “Symphonic Music” category for his album featuring works by Elsa Barraine, recorded with the Orchestre National de France. In the “Chamber Music” category, the Arcadia Quartet is nominated for the final volume of their Weinberg series, alongside the Belcea Quartet for their album featuring George Enescu’s Octet. In the “Premieres” category, baritone Mihai Damian is recognized for his role in the opera *Marina* by Umberto Giordano. Additionally, in the “Historical Recordings” category, the album *Radu Lupu – Unreleased Recordings* has received a nomination.