2027 International Young Artists Competition

CHAMBER MUSIC AND ENSEMBLE CATEGORY

COMPETITION GUIDELINES 

Registration Deadline(Both Live and YouTube Entry): March 1, 2027, 11:59 PM ET

The competition is open to students between the ages of 8 and 19 at the time of the

competition. Only one piano is available. Acceptable ensembles include:

  • One piano with 4 hands or 6 hands

  • Instrumentals duos (e.g., string/piano, winds/piano sonatas)

  • Trios or larger chamber music ensembles, with a maximum of six students

Application Fee:

  • $90 per participant (non-refundable).

Winners Concert Fee:

  • $220 per person, which covers 2 tickets, certificates, and trophies. Additional tickets are $80 each

  • The winners’ fee and application fee must be paid at the time of registration. The winners’ fee will be refunded if the applicant is not selected as a winner.

  • Selected winners must attend and perform at the scheduled concert. If a selected winner fails to perform at the concert, the award will be forfeited, and the winner will not receive the corresponding trophy or certificate.

  • Winners must perform the exact same piece, at the same length, as presented in the competition in order to receive the award.


Repertoire Requirements:

  • One music selection, not to exceed 10 minutes, from standard chamber music/ensemble repertoire. Note: Concertos for solo instruments or solo pieces with piano accompaniment are not allowed. Any ensemble that includes piano accompaniment must be accompanied by a student pianist. If you have any questions, please contact NLPA.

  • The maximum time limit is 10 minutes and 1 second. A timer will be present during the live audition to ensure the time limit is respected. Please choose your repertoire carefully.

  • No repeats or cuts in the music are allowed. The piece must be performed in its entirety, as incomplete performances or stopping before the end will result in disqualification.

  • No changes to the repertoire are allowed once it has been submitted.

  • No amplifiers or speakers are permitted.

Live Audition Entry Guidelines:

  • The competition schedule will be sent via email with detailed instructions.

  • All students must bring a copy of the music or the original book.

YouTube Link Submission Guidelines:

  • The YouTube link must adhere to the recording guidelines. Click HERE for the recording guidelines.

  • YouTube Submissions Deadline: March, 12, 2027, 11:59 PM ET

Dress Code:

  • Proper concert attire is required for both the competition and the Winners Concert.

Teacher Communication Policy:

  • All competition-related requests and communications must be submitted directly by teachers. We communicate with teachers only, not parents or students.

Ticket Responsibility:

  • Applicants and their family members are responsible for bringing their tickets to the concert. Carnegie Hall should not be contacted regarding forgotten or misplaced tickets, and the event organizers will not be responsible for replacing them.

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