The Capriccio Stravagante Prize recognizes and supports exceptional individuality and talent
in young musicians at work in the fields of Renaissance and Baroque music.

It is the first award of its kind.

The purpose of the Capriccio Stravagante Prize is threefold.

To provide financial support.

To provide extensive experience in rehearsal and performance through
concerts and recordings with Capriccio Stravagante.

To provide artistic development that transcends a single event.

The Capriccio Stravagante Prize was established in 1998 to honor the memory of Michel Murgier,
whose work represented a model of enthusiastic commitment to exuberant and communicative virtuosity.