Application 2027
To take part in Aarhus International Piano Competition 2027 you have to pass a pre-selection round.
Deadline for completing the application is November 15, 2026
Application requirements 2027
To enter the Aarhus International Piano Competition 2027, applicants must pass a video based preselection round. The online application form will open here in October 2026. You will have to provide video recordings, personal information, and the application fee. Learn more about each requirement here:
Video Recording
As part of the application process, every applicant must upload video recordings of themselves playing.
Video recording repertoire
The repertoire requirements for the video recordings are the same in Category A and Category B:
The recording should contain a programme of three pieces with a total maximum duration of 20 minutes, including:
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- A first movement of a sonata by J. Haydn, W.A. Mozart or L.v. Beethoven.
- One piece or movement by F. Chopin.
- One piece or movement of free choice.
Important video information
Editing of the recordings is not allowed, but separate works or movements can be from different takes.
The video should be filmed from the side (as in concert). Your face, your entire profile, both hands, the keyboard, and your feet must be visible in the frame at the same time. Only one camera angle is accepted.
No speaking or addressing the camera is permitted.
Please upload the recording in 3 separate video files and include the composers name in each file name.
How do I make a video?
Record your video in landscape mode, as this matches the jury’s monitor format.
Aim for a high‑quality video – but focus on the sound quality. We recommend a video-resolution of 1080p - and an audio quality of minimum 192 kbps aac.
Avoid placing the microphone(s) too close to the piano; a distance of 1.5 to 3 meters usually works well.
Please avoid using artificial reverb.
Personal information
The online application form will ask you for your contact info, and if you are under 18 your parent´s contact info. Furthermore you will be asked to write what repertoire you plan to perform if you are selected to take part in the competition in Aarhus.
We also need some more specific files as described in the following:
- Copy of passport (.pdf, .jpg or .png)
- Photo in high resolution (minimum 600x600 px) (.jpg or .png)
Application fee
Application fee is 120 € and is non-refundable.
The application fee will be payable with credit card as a part of the application.