Frequently Asked Questions (Registration)

Ans: This event is open for young musicians aged 18 years and below worldwide who play the piano. Each category has their respective age restriction. For more information, click the link below: 

https://musiciandiscovery.com/idyp2025-main

Ans: The competition consists of two rounds. The preliminary round involves video recording submission via YouTube Link, while the final round takes place Live at the venue in Singapore. For more information, click the link below: 

https://musiciandiscovery.com/idyp2025-main

Ans: You may register at any time from now until 15 March 2025. The video must be recorded within six months of submitting the application and uploaded to YouTube by 18 April 2025. Please include the YouTube link in the application form provided by the Organizer.

Ans: No, the video must be recorded in a single and unedited take.

Ans: Please visit the official website or click the link below to view the prizes for the event. 

The application fees are as follows:

• One-Time Application Fee: S$ 180.00 

For participants from Singapore, payment can be made through:

• PayNow / PayLah: UEN 202309998Z 
• Musical Mindset Academy 
• OCBC Bank Account No. 595-28905-9001 

International participants can make payments through PayPal

Ans: There will be no refunds for withdrawals or after online application has been submitted.

Ans: No, participants are responsible for all their expenses, including transportation and accommodation. There are no reimbursements or accommodation provided for out-of-town / international participants.

Ans: No, all awards, rewards, or prizes are non-transferrable.

Ans: Comment sheets are provided by the jury members for participants who performed for the Final round.

Ans: Please upload your performance video on YouTube and provide us with the link. We have included a dedicated section on the application form where you can enter the YouTube link.

Ans: Yes, you are allowed to use the same repertoire for preliminary submission and final round's live audition. You may also use a different repertoire during the final round.

https://musiciandiscovery.com/idyp2025-main

Ans: No, the video must be recorded in a single and unedited take.

Ans: Programs must exclusively include classical piano pieces from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century periods. Non-classical genres such as Pop or Jazz are not permitted. Participants performing non-classical piano pieces will face disqualification. Additionally, the programs must adhere to the specified time limit in each category.

Ans: Yes, you may. Here are some books that you may use for the competition:

• The Leila Fletcher Piano Course
• John Thompson’s Modern Course for the Piano
• Faber Piano Adventures Lesson Book 

Should you have any uncertainties about the suitability of your chosen repertoire, please feel free to contact us directly via WhatsApp at (+65) 8332 0906 for further clarification.

Ans: The results for the preliminary round will be announced on 30 April 2025.

Ans: Yes, all pieces must be performed from memory

Ans: The participant's chosen repertoire must fall within the given time limit. The jury members reserve the right to interrupt a performance if it exceeds the allotted time limit.

Ans: Yes, a dedicated warm-up room and time will be provided in advance of the allocated event slot during the Final Round Live Audition.

Ans: All participants are required to wear formal attire.