Application Deadline : Oct 4th, 2025(Saturday)
Time : 11:59PM, Pacific Standard Time - San Francisco
(If the deadline is exceeded, additional fees will be charged for fairness.)

Repertoire :

• Solo Instrument and Chamber Music : 

One piece or one movement of a multi-movement work (such as a sonata, concerto) will be considered one work. 

**(If you would like to submit more than one piece, you must submit a separate application per each piece)

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• Voices :

*Junior Division I and Junior Division II : Any one Song

*Senior Division to Professional Artist Division : Two Contrasting style songs in 2 different languages or one Aria and One Art Song.

**All participants must perform from memory(No music sheets allowed)

Rule & Regulations :

• Application Fees: All application fees are non-refundable.

• Video Submission: Participants must submit a public YouTube link of their performance. Private or unlisted links will not be accepted.

• Video Source: Submissions do not need to be recorded specifically for this competition; other existing performance videos are permitted, provided they meet all video guidelines.

• Accompaniment: Accompaniment is optional and not required.

• Memory Requirement: All participants must perform from memory.

• Video Guidelines Compliance: All participants must follow the general video submission guidelines listed below.

Video Submission Guidelines :

• The camera must clearly capture the performer’s entire face, entire instrument, and full range of motion.

• Pianists: Ensure the entire body and pedals are visible.

• Ensure the camera is properly focused before recording.

• Videos must be recorded from a stable, fixed camera angle.

• No shaking, movement, or split/multi-screen videos.

• No video or audio editing is allowed. Any form of manipulation will result in disqualification.

• The audio quality must be clear and of good standard.

• Performers should wear comfortable, professional attire (e.g., business casual or concert-appropriate clothing).

• The video must be recorded in one continuous take (no cuts or edits).

Judging Criteria:

• Piece Perfection 90%): The overall execution of the piece will carry the most weight, reflecting how well the participant performs the full piece.
   

• Piece Difficulty (10%): The level of difficulty of the piece will be considered, though it holds a lower weight compared to the overall completion.
   

• Performer’s Potential (0%): The judgment is based solely on YouTube videos, with no consideration for future potential or improvement.

Any inquiry : 

• Email : info.sfiyamc@gmail.com

• Website : https://www.youngfso-arts.com/en/sfiyamc2025

• KakaoTalk : https://open.kakao.com/o/s8tBPYtf