2025 Online Piano Competition
An international celebration of piano performance - open to all
Welcome to the 2025 Online Piano Competition hosted by David Hicken.
This fully virtual event invites pianists of all ages and abilities to perform a selected piece and share it with an international audience - all from the comfort of home.
• Open to Everyone - no age or skill restrictions
• Three Levels of Repertoire - choose your challenge
• Professional Recognition - judged by acclaimed pianist and composer David Hicken
• Entry Fee: $49 USD
• Deadline: November 1, 2025
• Winners Announced: November 7, 2025
How to Enter
Step 1: Choose Your Piece
Select one of 170 works from the official competition list:
• List A – Lower Intermediate
• List B – Intermediate
• List C – Advanced
(Download Repertoire List PDF)
Step 2: Pay Entry Fee
Submit the $49 entry fee before uploading your video.
Step 3: Record Your Performance
• One continuous, unedited video
• Performer and hands clearly visible
• Sheet music may be used
• No post-editing or enhancement
Step 4: Upload to YouTube
• Title format: David Hicken 2025 Competition - Your Name - Piece Title
• Set video to Public or Unlisted
Step 5: Submit Your Entry
• Paste the YouTube link into your entry form
• Include your name, name of piece and duration
Important Dates
• Entry Deadline: November 1, 2025
• Winners Announced: November 7, 2025
Judging Criteria
Performances will be evaluated on:
• Technical accuracy
• Musical interpretation
• Tone and sound
• Expression and communication
• Overall presentation
Each entry will be judged fairly within its selected difficulty level.
Terms and Conditions
Participants agree to abide by all competition rules and submission requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about video setup, repertoire, or eligibility?
Need Help?
Send a message with any questions or concerns.