Competition Regulations

Categories 

Piano

Baroque Period 1600-1750/Classic Period 1750-1820/Romantic Period 1820-1900/Contemporary Period 1900-Present

​Chinese Music Selection​

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Strings

Violin/Viola/Cello/Double Bass

Baroque Period 1600-1750/Classic Period 1750-1820/Romantic Period 1820-1900/Contemporary Period 1900-Present

Chinese Music Selection

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Voice​

Soprano/Mezzo/Alto/Tenor/Countertenor/Baritone/Bass/Chorus

Aria/Art Songs/Music Theater/Chinese Songs

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Age Group

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Prelude: age up to 7 (included)

Junior: age 8-15

Young Artist: age 16-22

Virtuoso: age 23-29

Professional: age 30-54

Golden Voice：age 55 and older (no limit)

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Repertoire for the First Round

After choosing in the age group, participants are free to choose works from any form or period for the First Round.

There are no restrictions on the style or era of the selected piece(s).

You may record one or two pieces, with a total duration not exceeding 10 minutes.

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Repertoire for the Final Round

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Upon reaching the Final Round, in order to maximize fairness and impartiality,

after choosing in the age group, participants need to select instrument type, music style for voice and music periods for piano and strings from the categories.

You may record one or two pieces, with a total duration not exceeding 10 minutes.

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Registration Fees

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Solo First Round: $50

Solo Final Round: $250

Choir First Round: $90

Choir Final Round: $250

Carnegie Hall Final Concert (Solo): $800

​Carnegie Hall Final Concert (Choir): $1000

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Video Requirements

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All performances must be memorized.

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Record in a quiet and clean environment, with the option to include full-body or half body shots. No post-production manipulation of sound or visuals is allowed. 

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Each performance should be recorded using a single device, positioned at a fixed location, capturing the entire process from the beginning to the end of the music without interruption. Acceptable recording devices include phones and video cameras. Please use landscape mode for recording, and refrain from using any beautification or adjustment features. 

Performances can use live or pre-recorded instrumental accompaniment, but the accompaniment must not include the sound of the participating instrument.

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Violation of the above rules in submitted recordings will result in disqualification from the competition.

FAQ

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Q: How do I submit my video?
A: You have two options for submitting your video. Firstly, you can upload it to popular video platforms such as YouTube, Vimeo, or Youku, ensuring that the video is accessible to viewers. After uploading, provide the video link in the online application form. Alternatively, you can submit the application form without the video link and send the link separately to us via email before the competition deadline. Choose the method that suits you best, but ensure the video link reaches us on time.

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Q: Do I need to show my hands in the video?
A: Certainly. For instrumentalists, it is essential that both the hands and face of the performer are visible in the video. Likewise, for singers, the face of the performer must be clearly visible. However, this particular requirement does not apply to composers.

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Q: Can I use an audio background for accompaniment if I can't find an accompanist?
A: Absolutely, you are permitted to use audio background music for accompaniment.

The competition reserves the right for the final interpretation of all rules and regulations.​