New World Music International Competition

📅 Application Deadline

Application deadline: December 15th

🎼 Age Categories

• Early Beginners (Age ≤ 6)

• Children Group A (Age 7–8)

• Children Group B (Age 9–10)

• Junior Group (Age 11–13)

• Youth Group (Age 14–17)

• Young Artist Group (Age 18–22)

• Artist Group (Age 23–30)

🎵 Repertoire Requirements

Please check the details in the PDF shown below.

🎓 Jury Panel

The jury will consist of distinguished professors and concert pianists from top music conservatories worldwide. Full roster to be announced via official website and social media.

🧭 Evaluation Criteria

30% Technique & Accuracy    

30% Musical Expression & Style   

15% Sound Quality & Touch Control    

15% Artistic Personality & Creativity      

10% Repertoire Choice & Appropriateness     

🏆 Awards

Each age category may award the following:

• Gold, Silver, Bronze Prizes (may remain vacant if not qualified)

• Honorable Mentions

• Best Interpretation of a Contemporary Work

• Audience Choice Award

• Jury Special Prize

• Finalist certificates and trophies

• Chopin Special Prize

• The top three winners will receive a refund of all registration fees and have the opportunity to sign up for four performances worth $50000, including a Carnegie concert.

• Select winners will be invited to perform at the 2026 New World Music Festival and Masterclasses

📩 Application Form

To apply,

please complete the registration form and upload your personal information, résumé, and performance video

👉 Submit Your Application Here