International Discovery: Young Pianist 2026 - Live Category (Singapore - PAYPAL)

Semi-Final Round - Online

• Online Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
• Online Video Submission Deadline: 15 April 2026
• Semi-Final Round Results: 30 April 2026

Final Round - Online

• Live Competition Date: 26 June 2026 in Singapore

1st Masterclass: 27 June 2026 with Singapore Judge in Singapore
2nd Masterclass: 27 June 2026 with International Judge in Singapore

Gala Concert: 28 June 2026 in Singapore

 

Categories	Age	Live Fee (SGD)	Time Limit
Prodigy	4 - 6 years	$120	3 mins
Junior	7 - 10 years	$150	5 mins
Intermediate	11 - 14 years	$180	7 mins
Advance	15 - 18 years	$210	10 mins
Young Artist	19 - 21 years	$240	15 mins

You may leave the video link and repertoire fields empty if you decide to submit them later.

Please be reminded that the deadline for submitting the video recording link and repertoire is 15 April 2026.

Late submission of the video recording link and repertoire will be considered as forfeiting your participation in this event
No refund will be provided in the case of forfeiture

Recording Requirements:

• Video must be recorded in one continuous take.
• Minimum 720p resolution, clear lighting, and clear audio.
• Hands, face, and keyboard must be visible.
• Video must be recorded specifically for IDYP 2026.
• Upload links via Unlisted YouTube / Google Drive / Dropbox.

Repertoire Requirements:

• Participant to perform one classical piece.
• All repertoire must be original classical works (no pop, jazz, simplified arrangements, or non-classical transcriptions).
• All pieces must be performed from memory.
• Repeats are not required unless essential to musical structure.
   

Score Submission
A copy of the score must be submitted together with the video link.

Privacy
Video links must be set to Public or Unlisted.

Terms & Conditions:

• Registration fee is absolutely non-refundable.
• By applying into the audition, online or manually, applicant automatically understands, accepts and agrees to the terms, conditions and rules of the International Discovery: Young Pianist 2026.
• The organiser reserves the right to cancel or alter the event due to unforeseen circumstances. 
• The organiser reserves the right to amend any rules, terms and conditions and other matters without prior notice.
• By submitting the registration form, all candidates agree that all copyrights of their photographs, audio and/or video recordings belong to the organiser.
• The organiser retains all rights to the recorded materials.
• No payment to the participants will be made for the use of these materials for competition submission, broadcast and promotional purposes by the organiser and/or its sponsors.