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4th UK Schools Music Festival - 2026-2027

Young Musicians.
Extraordinary Possibilities

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APPLICATION


1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2027
​VIDEO SUBMISSION
WINDOW

1 Feb - 28 Feb 2027
LIVE COMPETITION


10-11 Apr 2027 (Sat & Sun)
VIDEO RESULTS


30 Apr 2027
Choose your route
One festival. Three clear ways to take part.
Parents may submit Solo entries directly. Team entries are submitted by an authorised teacher or staff member from the school or educational organisation.
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In Person - Live Solo

Piano , Violin , Viola , Cello, Double Bass at the Royal Academy of Music

Video Submission -
Video Solo

All Listed Solo instruments, with four performance levels and one chosen work per entry. 

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Video Submission - For Schools and Music Hubs - Video Team

Choirs, bands, orchestras, and ensembles perform 2 contrasting works within ten minutes.

Our Approach
A place to perform.
The confidence to grow.

Every performance is marked against its musical standard. Entrants receive the award earned by their own performance, together with constructive professional feedback.

Plan with Confidence
Everything families and schools need , in one place. 
Live Venue

Royal Academy of Music

Angela Burgess Recital Hall
David Josefowitz Recital Hall

10–11 April 2027 · London

What People Say 
Music Notes Book

Joshua Jones & Julie Beaman

Heads of Guildhall Young Artists Online

We have been particularly impressed by the breadth of talent on display across the country, and the diversity of instruments and repertoire being performed. 

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Parent

Overall, the event was well organised, and thank you for all the work that went into making it happen. We will definitely attend again.

Teacher

The venue is excellent. The staff are also very helpful and efficient.

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