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Welcome to Kawai Malaysia Future Virtuoso Awards 2024!
Kawai Future Virtuoso provides a dynamic platform for a vibrant community of young musicians to showcase their exceptional talents and artistic prowess. Our mission is to celebrate their dedication and hard work, offering them a chance to shine and be recognized for their achievements on our online platform.
Originally conceived as an online piano competition with categories encompassing Classical and Modern/Contemporary solo piano, Kawai Malaysia is thrilled to announce the expansion of this extraordinary competition from the digital realm to the physical stage.
This year, participants will have the opportunity to transcend boundaries and explore a diverse array of modern and contemporary genres. From solo performances to collaborative endeavors involving multiple instruments, our competition aims to foster creativity and innovation. Moreover, we welcome original compositions, providing a platform for aspiring artists to showcase their unique musical creations.
At Kawai Future Virtuoso, we are committed to nurturing talent, fostering creativity, and celebrating the next generation of musical virtuosos. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we elevate the artistry and passion of young musicians from around the world.
COMPETITION CATEGORIES
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• SOLO
- Ages 13 and above
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• GROUP
CATEGORY:
ORIGINAL
COMPOSITION
• SOLO / GROUP
ADJUDICATORS
COMPETITIONS DATE:
1st June 2024
Online Audition deadline:
31st July 2024
Modern/Contemporary (Solo & Group):
14th September 2024
Original Composition (Solo & Group):
15th September 2024
UCSI University - Recital Hall (Block G)
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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
• Provide a high-quality recording with 3 minutes duration of the video and not more
• Participant may choose a song or a section of a piece that best showcases their playing within the duration of 3 minutes.
• Ensure videos display the participant's face, hands, and legs (pedal usage for piano).
• For ensembles: Split-screen or multi-screen recordings are allowed
• Participants may use either a digital or acoustic piano for the audition (For pianists)
• Pitch correction for vocalists, violinists etc. are prohibited. Recordings should be recorded without any pitch manipulation.
• Competition participants must submit either an individual photo of themselves or a group photo if they're entering as a team, according to their respective categories.
• Upload audition video to YouTube and provide the link in the registration form for judges’ viewing. Make sure to enter the details for your video in YouTube as follows:
○ When uploading the audition video, please make sure the video title is named in this sequence: 'Participant's name - Song Title (Composer)'
○ Video Details:
‣ Description: e.g. ‘Audition Video for Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 (Category title - Solo)
‣ Video Visibility: Change to Unlisted
‣ Comment settings: Disable
PRIZES
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• SOLO
- Ages 13 and above
GOLD
• Cash Prize of RM500
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
SILVER
• Cash Prize of RM300
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
BRONZE
• Cash Prize of RM100
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• GROUP
GOLD
• Cash Prize of RM2000
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
SILVER
• Cash Prize of RM1000
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
BRONZE
• Cash Prize of RM500
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
CATEGORY:
ORIGINAL
COMPOSITION
• SOLO / GROUP
GOLD
• Cash Prize of RM1000
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
SILVER
• Cash Prize of RM500
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
• To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
BRONZE
• Cash Prize of RM300
• Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 Certificate of Participation
• Trophy
•To feature in performance video in Kawai Malaysia's Channel
*A Kawai Future Virtuoso Awards 2024 certificate of participation and free 1 session masterclass will be given to all finalists
AUDITION TODAY!
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• SOLO
- Ages 13 and above
CATEGORY:
MODERN
CONTEMPORARY
• GROUP
CATEGORY:
ORIGINAL
COMPOSITION
• SOLO / GROUP
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