The Haydn Young Musician Competition UK is an international online music competition designed to provide young musicians with a platform to showcase their talent, creativity, and musical passion.
Open to participants from all musical backgrounds, this competition welcomes instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, conductors, and ensembles. With no nationality or experience restrictions, musicians of all levels—from students and amateurs to professionals—are encouraged to participate.
The competition offers a supportive yet competitive environment where participants can develop their skills, gain professional feedback, and share their performances with a global audience.
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Quick Information
- Competition: Haydn Young Musician Competition UK
- Format: Online
- Eligibility: Worldwide
- Level: All levels
- Categories: All instruments, voice, conducting, composition, chamber music
Requirements and Participation online music competition
The competition is not limited to Haydn repertoire. Participants may perform pieces based on the requirements of each category.
Musical Style
- All styles are accepted in general categories
- Style-specific categories require appropriate repertoire
Video Guidelines online music competition
- Video submission required
- Camera angle changes are allowed
- Multiple pieces can be included in one video
- Videos must follow category time limits
- Separate links required for multiple categories
- Backing tracks are allowed
- Conductors can submit ensemble performances
- Composers may submit performed or digital works
Repertoire Flexibility
- One or more movements from larger works can be submitted
- The same piece can be used for multiple categories if eligible
Awards and Recognition online music competition
Participants are awarded based on performance evaluation:
Platinum Prize
- Special edition e-certificate
- Performance report from adjudicators
- Option to order certificate and trophy
- Teacher recognition certificate
Gold Prize
- E-certificate
- Performance report
- Optional certificate and trophy
- Teacher recognition
Silver Prize
- E-certificate
- Performance report
- Optional certificate and trophy
- Teacher recognition
Bronze Prize
- E-certificate
- Performance report
- Optional certificate and trophy
- Teacher recognition
Participants who do not receive a prize will be awarded a certificate of participation.
Why You Should Apply online music competition
- International online competition
- Open to all ages and experience levels
- Flexible repertoire and submission
- Professional feedback from adjudicators
- Opportunity for global recognition
- Teacher recognition and awards
