Requirements

• For performers, age and instrument categories are open to all styles; period categories are only open to the relevant works (baroque, romantic, modern etc.)

• For composers, any style of composition will be accepted.

• For instrumentalists, the hands and face of the performer must be visible in the video

• For singers, the face of the performer must be visible.

• This requirement does not apply to composers.

For Composers, Submissions in the form of mp4 videos, audio files (mp3), and computer software-generated soundtracks are acceptable. You can choose to submit the audition form with a YouTube video or send us your mp3 file directly.

Submitting the score is optional.

Yes, as long as the chosen piece meets the requirements of the categories.

You can only play one musical instrument for each application. An additional musical instrument will need to be submitted as another application.

If you submit a video that is longer than the requested time limit (eg. 15 minutes), judges will only select the first 15 minutes to watch.

• The name you provide on the form will be displayed on the certification. You can either fill in:

  • the group name

  • the members' names

  • the group name followed by the members' names

• For the date of birth, please enter the average age of the members (an approximate date is fine).

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1. Technique/Character/Rhythm/Maturity (Any of these applicable aspects): Depending on the candidate's specific major or instrument, evaluate the relevant aspects of the candidate's technique, maturity, musical character, and control of tempo and rhythm in their submissions.

2. Musicianship/Expressiveness/Presentation/Creativity (Any of these applicable aspects): Depending on the candidate's area of specialty, evaluate the relevant aspects of the candidate's musical interpretation skills, expressiveness, ability to engage and captivate the audience, and the creativity in their submissions.

For information about our competition system and evaluation criteria, please click here to read.