Find all key participation details, including eligibility, repertoire requirements, awards, and competition rules.

Eligibility

The competition is open to students in elementary school, middle school, high school, university, and graduate school, as well as applicants with equivalent academic qualifications.
International participants, including those from China, are also eligible with submission of a copy of their passport.

Repertoire Requirements

01

Kindergarten & Lower Elementary Division (Under 10)

One free-choice piece within 4 minutes.

02

Upper Elementary Division (Ages 11–13)

One free-choice piece within 5 minutes.

03

Middle School Division (Ages 14–16)

One free-choice piece within 6 minutes.

04

High School Division (Ages 17–19)

One free-choice piece within 7 minutes.

05

University & General Division / Viola Division

One free-choice piece within 7 minutes.

Awards

One Grand Prize

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prize in each division

Gold Prize, Silver Prize, and Bronze Prize

01

Kindergarten & Lower Elementary Division (Under 10)

1st Prize: KRW 500,000

2nd Prize: KRW 300,000

3rd Prize: KRW 200,000

02

Upper Elementary Division (Ages 11–13)

1st Prize: KRW 500,000

2nd Prize: KRW 300,000

3rd Prize: KRW 200,000

03

Middle School Division (Ages 14–16)

1st Prize: KRW 700,000

2nd Prize: KRW 500,000

3rd Prize: KRW 300,000

04

High School Division (Ages 17–19)

1st Prize: KRW 700,000

2nd Prize: KRW 500,000

3rd Prize: KRW 300,000

05

University & General Division / Viola Division

1st Prize: KRW 1,000,000

2nd Prize: KRW 700,000

3rd Prize: KRW 500,000

Additional Notes

If the number of participants in a division is small, divisions may be merged for awards. Homeschooled students may apply only according to their corresponding grade level, and repeat-year students may apply for the High School Division.

Rules & Notes

  • The competition will be held privately and will not be open to the public.

  • All participants, except accompanists, must perform from memory.

  • Participants must prepare their own accompaniment score and submit it to the Concert World email by May 31.

  • If participants do not wish to use the official Concert World accompanist, they may bring their own accompanist.

  • Participants must arrive at the venue 30 minutes before the competition begins.

  • The competition schedule may be adjusted depending on on-site conditions.

  • Mobile phones and recording devices are not allowed inside the performance hall.

  • Proper attire is required. Sneakers, sportswear, and similar clothing are not permitted.

Bank Information

Payee / Account Name: Concert World Co., Ltd.
SWIFT BIC: SHBKKRSE
Bank Name: Shinhan Bank
Branch Name: Seocho-jungang Branch
Bank Address: 285, Hyoryeong-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Account Number: 180038967874

Event Schedule

July 16–19, 2026 · Seoul, Korea

FAQ

Registration FAQs

Key information about application, payment, eligibility, and competition rules

Registration FAQs

Key information about application, payment, eligibility, and competition rules

Who can apply?

The competition is open to students from elementary school, middle school, high school, university, and graduate school, as well as applicants with equivalent academic qualifications. International participants, including those from China, are also eligible with a copy of their passport.

What is included in the participation fee?

When is the application deadline?

Can I cancel my registration and get a refund?

Can I bring my own accompanist?

Who can apply?

The competition is open to students from elementary school, middle school, high school, university, and graduate school, as well as applicants with equivalent academic qualifications. International participants, including those from China, are also eligible with a copy of their passport.

What is included in the participation fee?

When is the application deadline?

Can I cancel my registration and get a refund?

Can I bring my own accompanist?

Contacts

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We’re happy to help with eligibility, awards, schedules, and competition details.

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