PIANO
Open Solo & Exam Graded
Angelina Xi Yuxi
First Prize, Piano Category B 2025
OPEN SOLO
CATEGORY, DURATION & REGISTRATION FEES (PRELIMINARY/FINAL)
*Contestant age is determined by the year of birth. For example, 2026 − 2010 = 16 years old.
Category A : 4-6 YO = Max. 5 mins (SGD150/160)
Category B :7-9 YO = Max. 8 mins (SGD160/170)
Category C :10-12 YO = Max. 10 mins (SGD170/180)
Category D :13-15 YO = Max. 15 mins (SGD180/190)
Category E : 16-18 YO = Max. 20 mins (SGD230/240)
REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS
Each performer must prepare a set of at least two contrasting pieces.
The set pieces listed in the rules are provided for reference and guidance only and are not mandatory.
Participants may choose suitable repertoire that demonstrates contrast in style, period, or character.
The total duration of the entire set must not exceed the specified maximum duration. The same criteria applies for Preliminary and Final.
EXAM GRADED
CATEGORY, DURATION & REGISTRATION FEES (PRELIMINARY/FINAL)
Category AB12 (ABRSM Grade 1 & 2) = Max. 3 mins (SGD150/160)
Category AB34 (ABRSM Grade 3 & 4) = Max. 5 mins (SGD160/170)
Category AB56 (ABRSM Grade 5 & 6) = Max. 8 mins (SGD170/180)
Category AB78 (ABRSM Grade 7 & 8) = Max. 12 mins (SGD180/190)
Category DIP (ABRSM/Trinity Diploma) = Max. 20 mins (SGD230/240)
REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS
ABRSM category for Piano - 2 syllabus repertoires from either
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2023-2024 syllabus
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2025-2026 syllabus
Trinity & ABRSM Diploma - Ongoing Syllabus
*All contesting pieces must be drawn from different lists (A/B/C), but within the same syllabus
GENERAL GUIDELINES
GUIDELINE ON VIDEO SUBMISSION
for those selecting the VIDEO ENTRY option
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The online video recording will need to be submitted upon registration via a YouTube, Google Drive or Tencent Video (腾讯视频) URL.
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It is the candidate’s responsibility to create and upload clear and audible video recordings.
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Two pieces must be recorded separately, and any form of video editing on the submissions is strictly prohibited.
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The video must be recorded NO more than 3 months prior to the candidate’s registration day.
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The video should be recorded in landscape format and include every contestant / performer (including the accompanist) throughout the whole video. If you are referring to a music score, please show the original book cover during the introduction.
FOR FINAL ROUND
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All live performances must be memorized. Please perform from memory.
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Contestants must show their original sheet music at the Semi-Final registration counter for verification.
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Contestants may opt to play the same or different repertoires for the Preliminary and the Final Round. Please indicate this clearly during your registration for the Final Round. For piano only - you are allowed to add on additional piece - the third piece, as long as the total performance time is within the maximum duration of the participating category.
