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Singapore International Music Performance Festival 

SIMPF 2026
Date: 19 – 20 September, 2026
Venue: YAMAHA Auditorium
451 Clementi Ave 3, #03-309, Singapore 120451

Registration deadline: Thursday,
20 Aug, 2026 
(Registration maybe closed once we have reached the maximum capacity)

Have questions? Email: info@simcsg.com

Singapore International Music Performance Festival – for Piano & Violin (SIMPF)

SIMPF is a performance festival open to all solo pianists & solo violinists, welcoming both local and foreign performers. We encourage everyone to share their individuality, creativity, and stage presence through performing live in Singapore. The festival is presented in a single live round, without preliminary selections or elimination stages.

Top performers will be exclusively invited to perform at the Gala Concert & Award Ceremony of SIMC held in December at the Esplanade Recital Studio, Singapore.* Special scholarship opportunities to Singapore/overseas Masterclass & Recitals will be awarded to selected winners.

(Participants applying to the SIMPF can also submit a separate application and fee to participate in the international SIMC competition online round.)

Piano registration form
Violin registration form

Rules & Awards Guidelines

Age Category & Time:
Age count of participant is as of registration deadline: 20 Aug, 2026

Category Age Duration Registration Fee
Little Stars
6 & below
Max: 2 minutes
S$ 140
Junior Prelude
7-8 years
Max: 3 minutes
S$ 150
Rising Stars
9-10 years
Max: 4 minutes
S$ 160
Youth Melodia
11-12 years
Max: 5 minutes
S$ 170
Crescendo
13-14 years
Max: 6 minutes
S$ 180
Young Virtuoso
15-16 years
Max: 7 minutes
S$ 190
Emerging Artist
17 & above
Max: 8 minutes
S$ 200

Performance Repertoire & Duration:

  1. Free choice of repertoire, maximum one piece is allowed for each category. 
  2. All piano work must be performed from memory; All violin work must be performed from memory with the exception of sonatas with piano. (Participants who perform with scores will be awarded “Certificate of Participation“)
  3. Repeat signs are optional, DC & DS signs should be followed.
  4. Performance duration includes: bowing, adjusting seat, tuning, fixing your own pedal extender if required, and exiting. Performers may be stopped at the adjudicator’s discretion if they exceed the duration .

All violinists requiring an accompanist must provide their own accompanist. Only live accompaniment is accepted.

Awards:

Performers in SIMPF will receive Physical Certificate & Trophy award recognition. 
Scholarship opportunities for SIMC Masterclass series in December in Singapore.
Scholarship opportunities for Finlandia International Masterclass week in 2027 in Helsinki, Finland.

Teacher Certificate of Recognition: Teacher/School with 3 or more students receiving awards in the festival will be awarded a Teacher Certificate of Recognition (digital certificate).

*Top winners (scored 100 points) will be invited to perform in the SIMC Gala Concert event in Dec. 
The Organiser and Adjudicating Panel will select outstanding (up to 3) performers to be invited to perform at the Gala Concert held at the Esplanade Recital Studio. (A registration fee of S$150 per performer applies, which includes one complimentary audience ticket. Award entitlements may be forfeited if the selected performer is absent from the Gala Concert.)

Marking Criteria:

Performances will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Musical Interpretation, Technical Control, Artistic Expression, Tone & Sound Quality, and Stage Presentation. The total score is out of 100 points, and the final result will be determined based on the average score by the adjudicators.

High Distinction: 90 – 99
Distinction: 80 – 89
Excellence: 70 – 79
Merit: 60 – 69
Participation: 59 & below

Payment Methods:

Registration fee can be made via QR code PayNow/PayLah UEN: 202214335R . Any additional bank charges must be borne by payer.

Please use the participant’s (performer’s) name as the payment reference. After completing the payment, upload a screenshot of the payment confirmation along with the registration form.

Your registration will only be confirmed once payment has been received and validated. If payment is not received, the registration will be cancelled.

Piano Registration Form

Violin Registration Form

General Guidelines:

  1. Dress in formal and proper attire. 
  2. Participants may enter more than one category. Separate registrations must be made for different categories.
  3. Exact timeslot will be announced after registration closes. Participants must ensure full availability for the assigned session date prior to registration. The Organiser does not accept any requests for schedule changes for any reason. 
  4. Any amendments must be done within the registration period. No change of repertoire is allowed after registration closes.
  5. Exact timeslot will be announced after registration closes. Participants must ensure full availability for the assigned session date prior to registration. The Organiser does not accept any requests for schedule changes for any reason. 
  6. The results of the categories will be announced at the end of each session. Trophies and certificates will be presented to the performers at the end of each session.
  7. The physical trophy and certificate will be awarded exclusively to the winner during the event, no mailing or third-party pickup is allowed.
  8. All submitted registration form details will be used for official records and certificates. The Organiser is not responsible for any errors due to incorrect information provided at registration. A S$20 fee applies to each certificate amendment.
  9. The Organiser reserves the right to combine or cancel categories should the minimum number of participants not be met. All scheduling decisions are final.
  10.  Free seating, seats are assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis. No reservation.

Our Adjudicators

Lee Yu Qing is a pianist, educator, collaborative pianist, and French horn player with a distinguished career in performance and music education...

As both a soloist and collaborative pianist, she has performed extensively throughout Asia and Europe, presenting a diverse repertoire spanning a wide range of musical styles and periods.

With more than 17 years of teaching experience, Yu Qing is a dedicated educator who has guided students of all ages and abilities. Many of her students have received awards at national and international piano competitions and gone on to pursue advanced musical studies. She is committed to cultivating artistry, strong musicianship, and a lifelong appreciation for music in every student. Believing that performance is integral to musical development, she actively creates opportunities for young musicians to build confidence and stage experience. As a student, she organised recital series for fellow musicians, and she continues this commitment by presenting annual student recitals that celebrate and inspire her students' artistic growth.

Yu Qing holds both a Master of Music and a Bachelor of Music (Honours) in Piano Performance from the Royal College of Music. She studied with Gordon Fergus-Thompson and Lena Ching, and has further developed her artistry through studies and masterclasses with distinguished pianists including Michel Béroff, Dennis Lee, Dina Parakhina, Sergio Perticaroli, Toh Chee Hung, and Patsy Toh. In addition to her work as a performer and teacher, Yu Qing regularly presents masterclasses, lectures, and workshops for aspiring musicians, sharing her expertise and passion for music education. Beyond the piano, Yu Qing is an active French horn player and serves as Chairperson of both alumni bands, AAWO and NYAB. Through her leadership and continued involvement in the wind band community, she remains committed to fostering musical excellence, strengthening alumni engagement, and supporting the development of fellow musicians.

Laurence Yu is a dedicated piano pedagogue and multidisciplinary musician who views music as a transformative language for human connection...

born in Hong Kong and established in Singapore. His career is built on a foundation of competitive excellence, having earned accolades from the Dynamicworkz Piano Competition, the Trinity College London Music Competition, and the Music Essentials NAFA Concerto Competition, among others.

Laurence’s background is characterized by a rare versatility; his proficiency as both a collaborative pianist and an orchestral trombonist has led him to share the stage with prestigious ensembles such as the Russian National Orchestra, The Philharmonic Winds, and Ding Yi Music Company. His own artistry was shaped at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) under the distinguished tutelage of Mrs. Rena Phua and Prof. Boris Kraljevic, followed by a degree in Music validated by the University of Wales and a Diploma in Performance (Distinction).

A firm advocate for regional educational standards, Laurence’s philosophy of stewardship was forged in his early years through church worship ministries, instilling a commitment to community-centric music that later fueled his regional mission. This vision led him to co-found the Asia Kodály Symposium and the Kodály Academy of Music (Singapore), where he has been instrumental in shaping the pedagogical landscape of Southeast Asia. Currently, Laurence serves as a Committee Member of the Singapore Music Teachers’ Association (SMTA) and is the Director of Artists Music Studio. With over two decades of experience, he is recognized for his expertise in restorative pedagogy—the specialized art of reigniting musical passion and rectifying fragmented learning paths to guide students toward sustainable artistry. His students consistently achieve distinctions and accolades in regional examinations and competitions. Alongside his wife, pianist Midorie Tjiawi, under the ‘2pianoteachers’ brand, Laurence bridges rigorous technical discipline with the empathetic insights of a parent, nurturing the next generation as both skilled performers and whole individuals.

Terms & Conditions of Participation:

By submitting the registration form for the Singapore International Music Performance Festival (SIMPF), participants and their parents/guardians acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with all festival rules, regulations, terms and conditions, as well as all decisions made by the Organising Committee and Adjudicating Panel.

  1. The registration fee is not refundable or transferable.
  2. After registration closes, any change of category/repertoire will not be allowed.
  3. The SIMPF organiser reserves the right to photograph and record any part of the Festival without compensation to the participant. All recorded materials, photographs, and media content shall remain the property of the Organiser and may be published on official websites, social media platforms, promotional materials, and affiliated partners’ channels.
  4. Participants are required to bring a photo ID and report to the Festival Registration Desk at the designated reporting time. Late arrival may result in disqualification.
  5. Participants, parents, teachers, and supporters shall not attempt to communicate with, approach, or influence members of the Adjudicating Panel at any time during the Festival.
  6. All adjudication results and decisions made by the Adjudicating Panel and Organising Committee are final and binding. No appeals, discussions, or correspondence regarding results will be entertained.
  7. Unauthorised photography, audio recording, or videography during Festival sessions is strictly prohibited to avoid disruption to performances and official event documentation.
  8. The Organiser shall not be held responsible for any injury, accident, loss, theft, or damage to persons or personal belongings occurring during the Festival or related activities. 
  9. The Organiser reserves the right to amend, revise, interpret, or update the Festival information, regulations, schedules, repertoire requirements, terms, and conditions at any time without prior notice.
  10. All participants, parents, teachers, and audience members are expected to comply with all written regulations and instructions issued by the Festival Committee and venue management.
  11. Force Majeure: The Organiser shall not be held liable for any delay, postponement, alteration, or cancellation of the Festival, in whole or in part, arising from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to accidents, acts of war or terrorism, civil or military unrest, government restrictions, public emergencies, natural disasters, or other unforeseen events. In such circumstances, the Organiser reserves the right to modify the format, schedule, or delivery of the Festival as necessary.
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