MALAYSIA REGION

Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2026

An open competition for pianists aged 35 and below, across Initial through Open Category levels.

Preliminary Round (Online) , Grand Final · D Theater, Hextar World

A · KEY DATES & VENUE

1 June 2026 ‍ ‍Registration opens

Registration opens via Google Form, affiliated music centres, or the official FB page / website.

30 September 2026 Registration closes

All registrations must be completed and paid in full before this date. Late entries will not be accepted.

1 June – 30 September 2026 Prelim submission

Preliminary Round — online video submission period.

Single continuous recording, clearly showing hands and face. Recorded specifically for this competition year.

15 October 2026 Finalist announcement

Shortlisted finalists announced. Only shortlisted participants advance to the Final Round.

29 November 2026 Grand Final

Live final performance at D Theater, Hextar World.

Performance order determined by the organizer. Attendance is mandatory for placement and awards.

B · REGISTRATION FEES

INITIAL - GRADE 3

RM 200

EARLY BIRD (30% OFF) : RM 140 (Ends in 30 June 2026) ‍ ‍

GRADE 4 - GRADE 6

RM 250

EARLY BIRD (30% OFF) : RM 175 (Ends in 30 June 2026) ‍ ‍

GRADE 7-8 & OPEN

RM 300

EARLY BIRD (30% OFF) : RM 210 (Ends in 30 June 2026)

Registration fee includes:

Certificate of Participation · Competition T-Shirt · Final + Award Ceremony + Gala pass (×1) (T&C) · Lucky draw pass (T&C) · Gold medal (score ≥86) · Silver medal (score ≥76) · Comment sheet.

Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Repertoire changes before closing date: RM50 admin fee.

C · COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Initial – Grade 3
Junior (13 & below)
INJ G1J G2J G3J
Senior (14–21)
INS G1S G2S G3S
Preliminary Registration RM 200
Early Bird Registration RM 140
Finalist Entry Fee RM 80
Grade 4 – Grade 5
Junior (13 & below)
G4J G5J
Senior (14–21)
G4S G5S
Preliminary Registration RM 250
Early Bird Registration RM 175
Finalist Entry Fee RM 130
Grade 6 – Open Category
G6 G7 G8 OC
Grade 6–8: 21 years & below
Open Category: 35 years & below
Preliminary Registration RM 300
Early Bird Registration RM 210
Finalist Entry Fee RM 180

D · PRIZE & AWARDS

Preliminary Round Awards
All participants will receive:
  • Certificate of Participation
  • Official Competition T-Shirt
  • One (1) pass to the Final Award Ceremony & Gala Show
  • One (1) Lucky Draw Entry Pass
  • Official Comment Sheet / Evaluation Feedback
Outstanding Performance Awards
Additional awards may be granted to exceptional performances:
  • Gold Medal — Score 86 and above
  • Silver Medal — Score 76 and above
Final Round Awards
All finalists will receive:
  • Finalist Certificate
  • One (1) pass to the Final Award Ceremony & Gala Show
  • One (1) Lucky Draw Entry Pass
Top 3 Finalist Winners Awards
Initial Grade to Grade 8 Categories
  • Trophy
  • Presented to the Top 3 highest scorers in each category
Open Category
  • Trophy
Champion RM 2,500
1st Runner-up RM 1,500
2nd Runner-up RM 1,000
Teacher Recognition Awards
Teachers of finalists and prize winners will receive:
  • Teacher's Recognition Certificate

 *Gala Show Pass is subject to advance booking and availability.

 *Lucky Draw participation is subject to the official terms and conditions of the competition.

E · REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

Initial to Grade 8 Categories

•One (1) repertoire selected from ABRSM/ Trinity College London/ London College of Music (LCM) /Rockschool Classical syllabus corresponding to their category level.

•Preliminary Round & Final Round may be different repertoire.

Open Category

• One (1) or two (2) repertoire(s) selected from ABRSM/Trinity College London/ London College of Music (LCM) / Rockshool Classical syllabus at Diploma Level

• Preliminary Round & Final Round may be different repertoire.

• Performance duration: Maximum 10 minutes.

• Competitors are expected to present a balanced and musically substantial programme.

• Performances deemed too short or lacking in substance may be penalised.

Musical Interpretation
Expression, phrasing, and stylistic understanding
Technical Control
Accuracy, fluency, and command of the instrument
Tone Quality
Sound production, dynamics, and tonal variety
Stage Presence
Confidence, engagement, and overall presentation

E · JUDGING CRITERIA

Registration officially opens on 1 June 2026, available through our official website and affiliated music centres.

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