hong kong regional
第２7回 大阪国際音楽コンクール
The 27th 2026
Osaka International Music Competition
Video Submission!
The 27th 2025 Osaka International Music Competition Hong Kong regional deadline: August 10th, 2026
Osaka final deadline: August 20th, 2026
We are pleased to announce that the Hong Kong regional round of the Osaka international competition is finally taking place again. After a difficult period of being unable to travel due to Covid-19, we are thrilled to host this event now that the borders are finally open. This competition is a wonderful opportunity to bring people together and enjoy the beauty of music once again.
Music is often referred to as the universal language, and it is a language that everyone can share and appreciate. It has the power to connect people from all walks of life, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers. We hope to experience this power of music firsthand by organizing events such as this.
We are honored to have been invited to host the regional round of this prestigious competition. This is an excellent opportunity for us to showcase the talent of musicians in our region and to demonstrate our commitment to the arts.
We hope that everyone’s participation will take advantage of this opportunity to share the beauty and power of music and the selected finalists shall have a fulfilling professional experience performing in Osaka. Please let music transport you into a world of pure emotion and artistry.
Category
Section I
Piano/Strings (E1, E2, E3, J, H, U, G)
Wind/Vocal (J, H, U, G)
Harp (Junior, Senior)
| Category | Eligibility | Time | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGE E-1 | Born between April 2, 2018 – April 1, 2020 | 5 min | 900 |
| AGE E-2 | Born between April 2, 2016 – April 1, 2018 | 5 min | 900 |
| AGE E-3 | Born between April 2, 2014 – April 1, 2016 | 5 min | 900 |
| AGE J | Born between April 2, 2011 – April 1, 2014 | 5 min | 900 |
| AGE H | Born between April 2, 2008 – April 1, 2011 | 7 min | 1000 |
| AGE U | Before April 1, 2008 + student | 8 min | 1000 |
| AGE G | Open category | 8 min | 1000 |
| JUNIOR (Harp) | Born between April 2, 2011 – April 1, 2020 | 6 min | 1000 |
| SENIOR (Harp) | Born before April 1, 2011 | 8 min | 1000 |
Section III
Piano/Strings/Wind/Harp/Vocal
AMATEURS
(Own Choice of Repertoires)
- ELIGIBILITY
- *Students of music at high school, college, university, members of performing groups or music professionals are ineligible. Students outside of their majors are eligible.
- *Silver Course: Graduates of music school who do not perform or teach primarily for professional pursuits or financial benefit for more than 10 years.
| Course | Eligibility | Time | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding | Advanced learner, no upper age limit | 20 min | 1500 |
| Advanced | Advanced learner, born before April 1, 2011; no upper age limit | 7 min | 1000 |
| General | Born before April 1, 2008 | 5 min | 900 |
| Student | Born between April 2, 2008 – April 1, 2011 | 5 min | 900 |
| Beginner | Beginners aged 18 and above; no upper age limit | 4 min | 900 |
| Silver | 70 years old and above; no upper age limit | 4 min | 900 |
| Duo/Ensemble | Regardless of age. No instrumental requirement, but 8 members and less. | 5 min | 900 |
YOUTH
Repertoire Program (Choose 1 piece from the list)
Piano/Strings/Wind/Harp/Vocal
YOUTH
(Own Choice of Repertoires)
| Course | Eligibility | Instrument | Repertoire | Time | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | Born between April 2, 2010 – April 1, 2013 | All instruments (include vocal music) |
A piece chosen by contestant | 5 min | 800 |
| Infant A | A. Those who were born between April 2, 2013 – April 1, 2016 | All instruments (include vocal music) |
A piece chosen by contestant | 4 min | 800 |
| Infant B | B. Those who were born between April 2, 2016 – April 1, 2019 | All instruments (include vocal music) |
A piece chosen by contestant | 4 min | 800 |
| Infant C | C. Those who were born after April 2, 2019 | All instruments (include vocal music) |
Piece(s) chosen by contestant | 4 min | 800 |
YOUTH
(Repertoire Class)
| Course | Eligibility | Repertoire | Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant C | Born after April 2, 2020 | Free choice | 4 min | 900 |
| Infant B | Born April 2, 2017 – April 1, 2020 | Free choice | 4 min | 900 |
| Infant A | Born April 2, 2014 – April 1, 2017 | Free choice | 4 min | 900 |
| Junior | Born between April 2, 2011 – April 1, 2014 | Free choice | 5 min | 900 |
PIANO
(Infant A, B, C)
| Course | Repertoire |
|---|---|
| Infant A |
P. Tchaikovsky: Waltz Op. 39 No. 8
Khachaturian: Ivan Is Very Busy
J. S. Bach: Partita No. 1 Gigue
A. Pieczonka: Tarantella
M. Moszkowski: Tarantella
A. Yuyama: Baumkuchen
|
| Infant B |
W. Gillock: Oriental Market-Place
C. Gurlitt: Gavotte
M. Clementi: Sonatina Op. 36 No. 1, 1st mov.
H. V. Gael: Les Papillons
A. Schmoll: Polonaise
S. Heller: Tarantella Op. 46 No. 7
|
| Infant C |
D. Kabalevsky: A Little Scherzo Op. 39 No. 6
W. Gillock: Spooky Footsteps
W. Gillock: Let's Waltz
V. Gillock: Little Flower Girl of Paris
C. Gurlitt: Die Spieluhr
F. X. Chwatal: Little Playmates
|
FINAL
FINAL
| Date | Category | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| October 5 |
Amateurs (Excellence, Superior, Senior, Silver, Duo/Ensemble Courses) |
Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 5 |
Youth (Repertoire Course, Free Program Course: Infant A) |
Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 6 |
Amateurs (Outstanding Amateurs, Virtuoso Courses) |
Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 6 |
Youth (Free Program Course: Junior, Infant B, C) |
Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 10 | Piano Age-G, Two Pianos, Four Hands | Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 11 | Piano Age-U | Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 11 | Early Music, Folk Instruments, Duo, Ensemble | Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 12 | Piano Age-E3/H | Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 12 | Strings Age-U/G | Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 12 | Woodwinds Age-U, Brass Age-U/G | Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 12 | Vocal Music Age-J/H/Musical Course |
Takatsuki Arts Theatre South Building Taiyo Pharma Tech Hall |
| October 13 | Piano Age-E1/E2/J | Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka |
| October 13 | Strings Age-E1/J/H | Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 13 | Wind Instruments Age-J/H, Woodwinds Age-G | Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center |
| October 13 | Strings Age-E2/E3/Harp |
Takatsuki Arts Theatre South Building Taiyo Pharma Tech Hall |
| October 13 | Vocal Music Age-U/G |
Takatsuki Arts Theatre South Building Torishima Hall |
Awards Ceremony
・Section I, II
October 13 at Takatsuki Arts Theatre South Building Torishima Hall after the Grand Final=Gala Concert
・Section III
October 4, 5 at Muramatsu Recital Hall Shin-Osaka, Abeno Kumin (Ward) Center
*Result announcement takes place at the judging venue and online on the day of judging.
GRAND FINAL
GALA CONCERT
October 13 at Takatsuki Arts Theatre South Building Torishima Hall (Osaka)
PRIZES
Grand Prix: Best performer from Section I or Section II; Prize of JPY500,000, Certificate and Trophy
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award: Second best performer; Certificate
Osaka Governor Award: Third best performer; Certificate
[Finals] Best Amateurs/Youth Award: Best performer in the Youth and Amateurs categories
Prize of JPY 30,000 for Youth, JPY 70,000 for Amateurs; Certificate
1st to 3rd Places: Certificate, Medal
4th to 6th Places: Certificate
Circle Wind Special Award: Presented by NPO 9.11 Circle Wind Memorial Concert
Chief Executive Award: Recommendation to play at a Gala Concert in 2027. (participation fee waiver)
Paris Music Forum Award: Concert in Paris or Seoul
Cap Ferret Music Festival Award: Invitation to Cap Ferret Music Festival in France
Sawallisch Award: Invitation to academy held by Wolfgang Sawallisch Stiftung in Germany in 2027
IMK Prize: Perform with orchestra in Europe
Toccoa Falls College Award: Concert at Toccoa Falls College Recital Hall in Georgia, USA
Matsumoto Memorial Music Guest House Award: Concert at Matsumoto Memorial Music Guest House
Puccini Hall Award: Concert at Osaka Hommachi Puccini Hall
Thomas Kreuzberger Award: 500 euros a talented pianist aged 18 and under
Osaka Mayor Award, Takatsuki Mayor Award, Journalist Award, ALSO Award, Ongakugendai Award, Audience Award
Opportunity to perform at Concert or Concerto concert.
JUDGES
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