Event Overview
The 2nd Macao Youth Pop Piano Competition is now open for applications! If you love pop songs and playing the piano, sign up for free!
Key Details
- Application Period: October 2 – November 20, 2016
- Preliminary Round: November 27, 2016 (Macao Asia Piano City)
- Final Round: December 9, 2016 (Macao Pak Wai Activity Centre)
- Eligibility: Macao youth aged 15–35
- Entry Fee: Free
- Repertoire: Local original songs, self-composed pieces, or selected pop songs.
Application Process
- How to Apply: Submit the completed application form along with the competition score to the organizer.
- Application Locations: Macao Hot Blood Performing Arts Association or online.
- Online Application: https://goo.gl/forms/7TA9LTEAgwLFicd22
Competition Structure
Preliminary Round
Participants must prepare the score for one song and submit it with their application form before the competition. They will perform the piece on the competition day. The top ten highest-scoring participants, as selected by professional judges, will advance to the final.
Final Round
On the final day, the organizer will invite experts from relevant fields in Macao to form a judging panel. The competition will be evaluated based on piano performance. The highest total score wins the Gold Award, followed by Silver and Bronze Awards.
Awards
- Gold Award (1 winner): MOP 2,000 cash prize + trophy
- Silver Award (1 winner): MOP 1,000 cash prize + trophy
- Bronze Award (1 winner): MOP 500 cash prize + trophy
- Best Interpretation Award (1 winner): MOP 500 cash prize + trophy
- Merit Awards (Multiple winners): Commemorative certificate
- Best Music Talent Training Institution Award: Certificate
Event Objectives
- To promote the diversified artistic and musical development and cultivation of Macao's youth.
- To select outstanding young talents in music through competition.
- To enhance Macao's image as a cultural city and the musical talents and cultural literacy of its youth.
Contact Information
- Organizer Address: Room Q, 18th Floor, Kin Hing Lung Plaza, No. 258 Avenida de Praia Grande, Macao
- Enquiry Phone: 2875 0721 (Office Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00–19:00)
- Email: [email protected]
