Programs
Our programs provide blind musicians with invaluable resources and opportunities to further develop their career in the world of professional music. In an already competitive field where standing out from one’s peers can be difficult, visually impaired musicians are further disadvantaged by the lack of accommodations and awareness about their situation. Therefore, we hope that our programs will be multifaceted resources for blind musicians that not only bolster their resume but also spread awareness, create supporting communities, and offer competitive stages to share their stories with the world.

BMF INT'L MUSIC COMPETITION
​for the Blind and Visually Impaired

The BMF International Music Competition is open to solo blind musicians aged 10-30 from all over the world. Boasting a highly competitive selection process and renowned musicians serving on the judge panel, our past competitions have seen great success in discovering outstanding talent and showcasing their talent to the world. As further encouragement and acknowledgement of their achievements, prizes in the past have included Dancing Dots’ Braille Music Software through the generous donation of Dancing dots and $10,000 in cash awards. In addition to being recognized for musical excellence within the competition, winners of the BMF International Music Competition also earn the privilege of participating in some of our other events such as the BMF International Concerto Competition and BMF Music Festival Series.

BMF INT'L CONCERTO COMPETITION
​for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Similar to the BMF International Music Competition, the BMF International Concerto Competition is a highly selective opportunity for blind musicians. However, this opportunity distinguishes itself primarily through the opportunity to perform a solo concerto with full orchestra; The BMF Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, applicants for the concerto competition are limited to blind musicians over the age of 31 and previous winners of the BMF International Music Competition. These restrictions exist in order to allow this to be a unique opportunity for blind professionals who may not have been able to fully display their talents to the world. 

BMF ​INT'L MUSIC FESTIVAL
for the Blind and Visually Impaired

The theme that drives our music festivals is connection. Blind communities around the world have already been doing incredible work, and we believe that global connection among communities can help create an even greater impact and help spread awareness. Since our medium is music, the BMF International Music Festival is a series that we hope will serve as a catalyst for communication and community across language barriers. By inviting talented blind musicians and speakers to present their stories at our festivals, each event embodies the spirit of collaboration and global communities coming together to create a brighter future.

BMF LOVE CONCERT SERIES 
​for Students at blind School

The BMF Love Concert Series is one of our first concert series and seeks to ignite the sparks of passion for classical music in young blind individuals by providing free concerts at schools for the blind. Each concert features world-class musicians with diverse experiences to deliver the most multifaceted and complete impressions of classical music to the students who will become the future generation of blind musicians. Furthermore, this concert series serves the secondary purpose of assuring students that, should they choose to pursue music, Bella Music Foundation is a resource that they can turn to.

BMF CONCERT SERIES

In a world where classical music seems to be losing people’s interest, the BMF Concert Series aims to renew the impact that classical music has on the world. Starting with our local communities, this series exposes more people to the incredible art that is classical music. Featuring renowned professionals who have lived their entire lives perfecting their craft, each concert delivers a refreshing reintroduction to music. Alongside our other programs, the BMF Concert Series plays a significant role in making our scholarships and mission possible.

BMF MASTERCLASSES  & SEMINARS​
for the Blind and Visually Impaired

BMF Masterclasses and Seminars strive to bridge the gap between renowned educators and talented blind musicians who have been prevented from furthering their education due to the lack of accommodations and resources. By bringing excellent learning opportunities directly to students, we hope to increase the level of accessibility to resources that will allow students to achieve their full potential.

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