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The Isangyun Competition was founded in 2003 in memory of the world‑renowned composer Isang Yun, with the mission of discovering and nurturing emerging musical talents.

This edition of the competition will run from October 31 to November 8, 2026. In addition to the standard first through fourth prizes, it features the Isang Yun Special Prize, the Sung-Young Park Special Prize and the UNESCO City of Music Special Prize. The total prize pool amounts to 74 million South Korean won. Prize winners will perform at the Winners’ Concert at the Busan Concert Hall on November 8.