Crossover Music Competition for Creative Pianists
in Japan

ENTRIES FOR THE COMPETITION

• ​18-28 years old

• Must currently reside in Japan

• Please be mindful of these restrictions on eligibility: Entered works should reflect current creative activity. Certain works that satisfy some entry requirements but do not reflect current creative activity may not be eligible.example, original compositions published on digital platforms  more than three years ago ( before 2019 )  of a public release are ineligible.

• Videos should be recorded in the spirit of a live audition or recital performance. You may record in any venue suited to you, with natural acoustics, with or without an audience. Dress professionally, as you would for a live performance.

• The entire performance must be taken in one take, without any sound or video editing.Recordings may be single piano pieces ( classical ,modern & own composition - 3 videos ) or full-length collections of 3 piano pieces in one video.

• Video performances should be submitted as web links ( exp YouTube ) .  All video links must remain active and accessible until the end of the competition.  Alternatively, an mp4 video may be uploaded with an entry, although its resolution may not exceed 480p. Please provide a link if you want to submit high-definition video.

• If a score is available, a PDF copy of it should also be uploaded.

• Recordings must be in accordance with the repertoire guidelines.

• Please note that where repertoire choice or other submission requirements are not met, the candidate may be disqualified.

• All applicants are encouraged to provide a short introduction in Japanese and English

• All applicants are encouraged to provide their Instagram or Facebook profile ID . 

• Works may be submitted only once for the competition.

• Entries must be uploaded by the January 30, 2023 deadline, but should be submitted as early as possible.

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