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.

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

Yes, it is perfectly fine if your work is performed by other musicians. Submissions of soundtracks created with computer software are also accepted.

Yes, you can use the audio background music for accompaniment.

Instrumentalists should have their hands and face visible in the video, whereas for singers, performer's face should be visible. Continuous focus on the candidate is not necessary, and changing camera angles is acceptable, as long as it is clear to the viewer that the candidate is the one performing. This rule 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.

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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Not at all. You are welcome to submit videos of you conducting in various settings, including choirs, small ensembles, or chamber music groups. The key is to showcase your conducting abilities, regardless of the ensemble size or type.

Yes, you can submit one link that contains several pieces, and pauses between them are permitted. This means if you wish to submit multiple short pieces, you may compile them into a single, longer video. For categories that accept multiple pieces, or if you've chosen to enter in multiple categories, you can send multiple links. Just separate each link with a comma (",") when filling out the online application form.

Yes, you can play one or more movements.

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.