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Rules
• Participants will be evaluated solely based on their submitted video recordings.
• Participants may enter more than one category.
• Participants must perform all pieces from memory.
• Registration is required to participate in the competition. The application form can be accessed on our website at www.iymo.org under the “Application Form” section. A confirmation message will be sent via WhatsApp as proof of registration. If you do not receive this message, please contact the committee immediately.
• Please note that changes or revisions to the repertoire and video link will not be accepted after registration has been submitted. The repertoire listed in the registration form must match the submitted video. Late registrations—up to three (3) days after the submission deadline—will be subject to an administrative fee of IDR 100k / USD 10.
• Key Dates
• Application & Video submission deadline : Sunday, 10 May 2026
• Judging period : 15 - 21 May 2026
• Result of the competition : Sunday, 24 May 2026
• The age cut-off by 10 May 2026
• Entry fees
Bank transfer
Bank Central Asia
Account number: 0881384760
Account holder: Grace Dianita Oentoro
Or
Paypal iymoindonesia@gmail.com
• The entry fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• The registration fee includes a medal.
Free shipping is provided for participants within the Java–Bali area (Indonesia). For participants outside Java–Bali, a shipping fee of IDR 50k per participant will apply.
• For international participants, please refer to the shipping options listed in the application form.
• The jury’s decision is final and not subject to appeal. No interference or discussion with the committee will be permitted during the event.
• Jury members are not allowed to evaluate their own students. Scores will therefore be calculated based on the average of the remaining jury votes.
• The committee reserves the right to merge or divide categories depending on the number of participants in each.
• By submitting the registration form, participants acknowledge and agree to abide by all General Rules of the competition.
Categories
LITTLE FINGER CLASS [ IDR 500k / USD 35 ]
A : ≤ 4 years old
B : 5 - 6 years old
C : 7-8 years
Perform ONE FREE - OWN CHOICE PIECE from these following early learning study book method:
• John Thompson: Easiest Piano Course Part One, Two and Three
• Dr. Geraldine Law-Lee: Step by Step Piano Course The Fun Way Step 1 and 2
• Lina Ng: Piano Made Easy Level 1 and 2
• Ying Ying Ng: Poco Piano for Young Children Book 1, 2 and 3
• Nancy & Randall Faber (Hal Leonard) Piano Adventure:
Lesson Book Primer Level and Level 1
Performance Book Primer Level and Level 1
• Alfred's Basic Piano Library:
Lesson Book 1A and 1B
Recital Book 1A and 1B
• Alfred's Premier Piano Course:
Lesson Book 1A and 1B
Performance Book 1A and 1B
• Bastien Piano Basics:
Primer Level
Performance Primer Level
• Hal Leonard Student Piano Library:
Piano Lessons Book 1
Piano Solos Book 1
PREPARATORY CLASS [ IDR 500k / USD 35 ]
A : ≤ 7 years old
B : 8 - 9 years old
C : 10 - 12 years old
Perform ONE PIECE at preparatory or initial level (including own choice piece) selected from the repertoire listed in any recognized music examination syllabus (e.g. ABRSM, LCM, Trinity, etc.) OR any piece from these following study book method:
• John Thompson:
Easiest Piano Course Part Four and Five
Modern Course For The Piano First Grade
• Dr. Geraldine Law-Lee:
Step by Step Piano Course The Fun Way Step 3
Step by Step Piano Lessons The Fun Way Master Series 1 and 2
• Lina Ng: Piano Made Easy Level 3
• Ying Ying Ng: Poco Piano for Young Children Book 4
• Nancy & Randall Faber (Hal Leonard) Piano Adventure:
Lesson Book Level 2A and 2B; Performance Book Level 2A and 2B
• Alfred's Basic Piano Library:
Lesson Book 2 and 3; Recital Book 2 and 3
• Alfred's Premier Piano Course:
Lesson Book 2A and 2B
Performance Book 2A and 2B
• Bastien Piano Basics:
Level 1
Performance Book Level 1
• Hal Leonard Student Piano Library:
Piano Lessons Book 2
Piano Solos Book 2
PERFORMANCE GRADE 1-2 CLASS [ IDR 550k / USD 40 ]
A : ≤ 8 years old
B : 9 - 11 years old
C : 12 - 14 years old
Perform ONE PIECE at Grade 1 or Grade 2 level (including own choice piece) selected from the repertoire listed in any recognized music examination syllabus (e.g. ABRSM, LCM, Trinity, etc.)
OR any piece from these following study book method:
• Nancy & Randall Faber (Hal Leonard) Piano Adventure:
Lesson Book Level 3A, 3B and Level 4
Performance Book Level 3A, 3B and Level 4
• Alfred's Basic Piano Library:
Lesson Book 4 and 5
Recital Book 4 and 5
• Alfred's Premier Piano Course:
Lesson Book 3 and 4
Performance Book 3 and 4
• Bastien Piano Basics:
Level 2 and 3
Performance Book Level 2 and 3
• Hal Leonard Student Piano Library:
Piano Lessons Book 3
Piano Solos Book 3
PERFORMANCE GRADE 3-4 CLASS [ IDR 550k / USD 40 ]
A : ≤ 9 years old
B : 10 - 12 years old
C : 13 - 15 years old
Perform ONE PIECE at Grade 3 or Grade 4 level (including own choice piece) selected from the repertoire listed in any recognized music examination syllabus (e.g. ABRSM, LCM, Trinity, etc.)
PERFORMANCE GRADE 5-6 CLASS [ IDR 600k / USD 45 ]
A : ≤ 12 years old
B : ≥ 13 years old
Perform ONE PIECE at Grade 5 or Grade 6 level (including own choice piece) selected from the repertoire listed in any recognized music examination syllabus (e.g. ABRSM, LCM, Trinity, etc.)
PERFORMANCE GRADE 7-8 CLASS [ IDR 600k / USD 45 ]
A : ≤ 14 years old
B : ≥ 15 years old
Perform ONE PIECE at Grade 7 or Grade 8 level (including own choice piece) selected from the repertoire listed in any recognized music examination syllabus (e.g. ABRSM, LCM, Trinity, etc.)
OPEN CLASS
Perform ONE FREE - CHOICE PIECE within the allowed duration.
A : ≤ 7 years old [ IDR 550k | USD 40 ] (max. 3 minutes)
B : ≤ 10 years old [ IDR 550k | USD 40 ] (max. 4 minutes)
C : ≤ 13 years old [ IDR 600k | USD 45 ] (max. 5 minutes)
D : ≥ 14 years old [ IDR 600k | USD 45 ] (max. 6 minutes)
Asessment Criteria & Prize Structure
• The jury panel is composed of professional pianists and distinguished music educators. Marks will be awarded based on the performer’s demonstrated skills and artistry in the following areas: technique, intonation, tempo, tone quality, interpretation, musicality, and overall performance.
• Prizes will be awarded to participants in all categories according to the following score ranges:
• 1st Prize: 90 points and above
• 2nd Prize: 85 – 89 points
• 3rd Prize: 80 – 84 points
• 4th Prize: 75 – 79 points
• Honorable Mention: 74 points and below
• There is no limit to the number of prizes — each participant is assessed individually.
• All participants will receive a digital certificate and a comment sheet, both of which can be downloaded from the official website.
• Medals for all participants will be shipped to the registered mailing address after the announcement of results.
• Cash Prize will be awarded to the selected 1st Prize winner(s).
• A Scholarship Masterclass with a jury member will be offered to selected participants (Available for the Open Class Category only).
Video Submission Rules
• Participants must submit their video recording link together with the application form.
(No video revisions will be accepted after registration is submitted.)
Late applications (up to 3 days after the regular deadline) will incur an administrative fee of IDR 100k / USD 10.
• Videos may be recorded at home, in a private studio, or at a music school. However, recordings from other competition venues or live performances are not recommended.
• The recording must be performed solely by the applicant and must not be edited in any way—neither the audio nor video. No visual or sound effects should be added, including titles or captions (e.g., name, category, or piece title). Such information should instead be included in the YouTube video title section.
• All pieces must be performed from memory. Performers should observe “Da Capo” and “Dal Segno” markings, while all other repeats (including first endings) should be omitted, unless specifically required by the repertoire.
• The video should be recorded from a fixed camera position to avoid shakiness. The performer should face the camera as in a live performance. Ensure that the performer’s face and hands are clearly visible throughout, and where possible, the entire keyboard and pedals should also be in view.
• It is recommended to record in landscape mode (horizontal orientation).
• Participants will not be penalized for video quality, but it must be clear enough for both image and sound to accurately represent the performance.
• Video Upload Platform: YouTube only.
• YouTube Video Format:
• Title: IYPO2026 – [Participant’s Name] – [Category] – [Composer: Title of Work]
• Privacy Setting: “Public” or “Unlisted.”
Please check your video’s visibility settings before submitting your application, and ensure it remains accessible for the entire competition period.
• Copy the shareable YouTube link and paste it into the registration form.