2025 International Young Artists Competition

CHAMBER MUSIC AND ENSEMBLE CATEGORY

COMPETITION GUIDELINES 

Registration Deadline(Both Live and YouTube Entry): March 3, 2025, 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:

  • $80 per participant (non-refundable).

Winners Concert Fee:

  • $200 per person, which covers 2 tickets, certificates, and trophies. Additional tickets are $65 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.

  • Winners must perform at the Winners’ Concerts to receive their awards; otherwise, they will forfeit their status. Winners’ fees are non-refundable under any circumstances, even if they do not participate in the Winners’ Concerts.

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.

  • 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, 17, 2025, 11:59 PM ET

Dress Code:

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