Competition Rules

​1、Originality: All entries must be completed independently by the participant. No submissions of others' works are allowed. Participants may use their own previous competition works.
 

2、Content Restrictions: All entries must not contain obscene, violent, sexual, defamatory, inappropriate, or controversial content. Violation of this rule will result in disqualification without prior notice.
 

3、Personal Data Use: Personal information provided by participants will only be used for competition contact purposes and to distribute competition notifications.
 

​4、Accuracy of Information: Participants must ensure that their personal information is accurate. The organizers will not be responsible for any errors.
 

5、Acceptance of Terms: By submitting their entries, participants agree to all competition terms and conditions. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant believed to have violated any competition rules, and there will be no appeals process.

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Scoring Criteria

• Repertoire Conception & Musical Structure: Ensure rational overall structure, balanced melodic hierarchy and thematic focus. The main theme, accompaniment (for ensembles) and decorative passages must be proportionate. Transitions between musical sections should be natural, complying with basic musical principles (tonal harmony, rhythmic coherence) while retaining youth’s creative interpretive flexibility. Musical elements (melody, harmony, rhythm) should logically serve the core theme, guaranteeing structural integrity and thematic clarity.

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• Musical Language & Style Expression: Match tone control, articulation and performance style to the repertoire’s theme (classical, folk, youth-themed, contemporary) and form (solo, duet, ensemble). Highlight emotional tone and core connotations via dynamic contrasts, tonal variations and rhythmic flexibility. Maintain distinctive, consistent style throughout the performance, with smooth transitions in multi-movement or collaborative works.

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• Performance Technique Mastery: Demonstrate proficient skills in breath control, fingering accuracy, tone shaping and ornamentation rendering. Show solid command of musical elements, tonal stability and proper use of instrument accessories (mouthpieces, reeds, ligatures). For ensemble performances, ensure tight collaborative coordination. Combine standardized technical execution with personal interpretive features to elevate musical quality.

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• Musical Appeal & Emotional Resonance: Integrate personal musical aesthetics, life experience and cultural understanding into the performance. Evoke resonance through traditional charm, innovative interpretation or sincere emotional expression. Reflect unique artistic perspectives, leave a lasting auditory and emotional impression on the audience, and convey positive cultural values and core emotional messages of the repertoire.