Call for entries: Petrichor International Music Competition

This competition is organised by Petrichor Records and is open to instrumentalists, singers, ensembles and composers of all ages and nationalities.

The instruments could include:

• Western classical instruments or traditional instruments.
• Non-orchestral instruments, such as guitar or piano.
• Any instruments associated with folk or non-western music.

Note: Self-built instruments are not accepted.

The entries could be drawn from a standard repertoire composed by a living composer or original work by the performer. Participants stand a chance of winning more than $5 000 in cash and $5 000 in non-cash prizes.

An artistic panel and the jurors will carefully review submissions individually and without regard for age, nationality, gender or musical style. The selection criteria will be based on the entrant’s technical skills, musicality and ability to communicate with the audience through their instrument and performance.

Entries are open in the following categories:

Young Solo Performers

Instrumentalists and singers who are under 21 years old as of 1 April 2021 are eligible. Piano accompaniment is allowed in this category.

​Solo Performers

Instrumentalists and singers who are over 21 years old as of 1 April 2021 are eligible. Piano accompaniment is allowed in this category.

Composers (acoustic or electronic works)

Submit an original composition in PDF format. Any instrumentation, length and aesthetic are welcome. For electronic music, submit the audio file – no score is needed.

Ensembles

Groups of two or more musicians (including a conductor, if needed) can participate in this category.

General guidelines

• Participants may submit as many videos or compositions as they wish.
• There is a 10-minute maximum limit for the video submissions. The videos may be longer than 10 minutes. However, only the first 10 minutes will be reviewed by the jury.
• Composers should submit an original composition in PDF format. Any instrumentation, length and aesthetic are welcome. Recording or MIDI realisation is not required. For electronic music compositions, only submit the audio file – no need for a PDF score.

Note:

• Judges and the review panels can award and/or withhold prizes. Each decision is final.
• Petrichor International Music Competition reserves the right to make any changes to the rules, schedule or other information related to the competition without notification.

Access the submission form along with more details on prizes and submission fees here.

The submission deadline is 30 May.

For more information about the competition, email [email protected].