Piano (ages 12+, Grade 8+)

This summer, we will be holding our Piano Summer School from the 20 – 23 July 2026. We are delighted to also present the 8th Scottish International Youth Piano Competition for younger pianists of great potential from around the world, which will take place Friday 24 July 2026.

All students aged 12-17 attending our piano summer school will have the opportunity to participate in this competition. There is no additional fee to participate in the competition. Pianists will be asked to perform a selection from their full programme, chosen by the jury. Those not selected for the final will have the opportunity to perform in a sharing concert on Thursday evening. The public final of the competition will be held on Friday, 24 July 2026.

There will be two divisions:
Junior Division (ages 12-14)
Senior Division (ages 15-17)

A distinguished jury, chaired by Head of Keyboard, Fali Pavri, will select the winners. Please note that it is not compulsory to take part in the competition on Fr