2026-2027 Application
Live Solo
In-person at the Royal Academy of Music
Angela Burgess Recital Hall / David Josefowitz Recital Hall
10 –11 April 2027 ( Sat & Sun ) · London
Who can enter
A parent , guardian or teacher may submit a Solo application directly.
For Solo Entries we have divided the competition into two school year groups.
Two school-year groups.
Four performance levels.
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Primary
Years 1–6
02
Secondary
Years 7–13
Performance level & Entry fees
Select the level that matches your chosen work.
Each school-year group is divided into the four levels below.
Performance level | Standard of chosen work | Time limit | Entry fee |
|---|---|---|---|
Junior | Trinity/ABRSM Grades 1–3 or equivalent | 3 minutes | £52 |
Intermediate | Trinity/ABRSM Grades 4–6 or equivalent | 5 minutes | £55 |
Senior | Trinity/ABRSM Grades 7–8 or equivalent | 8 minutes | £59 |
Advanced | Diploma level | 15 minutes | £62 |
Each entry requires a separate application and fee. Entry fees are not refunded for voluntary withdrawal or non-attendance.
The Venue
Royal Academy
of Music
Angela Burgess Recital Hall
David Josefowitz Recital Hall
Marylebone Road
London NW1 5HT
10–11 April 2027
Specific times for each group are to be confirmed.
Your Performance
Prepare for the day
One chosen work
Perform one own-choice work matching your selected performance level, within its time limit. You can play from memory or with music.
Your accompanist
Bring your own accompanist at your own cost. Recorded accompaniment is not permitted.
Results & recognition
Results will be given on the same day and in the same session. Applicable medals and certificates will be presented at the same time.
Specific Guidelines
Advanced Level entrants may perform one or more movements from the same work, within the maximum performance time of 15 minutes. Movements from different works may not be combined in one entry. (eg. A single movement or several movements from a sonata, or Several movements from a larger work, carefully selected to reflect their ability and artistry. )
What to bring
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Please bring your instrument (a piano and music stand will be provided). If your child requires a piano pedal extender, please bring one along.
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One photocopy of the original scoreFor the adjudicator to read during your performance.
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The original scoreStudents are encouraged to purchase original scores.
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Student identification A student card, passport or ID document for identity verification.
No photography or recording
Photography, recording and livestreaming are not permitted.
APPLICATIONS
Applications open 1 November 2026.
The application form will be available here from 1 November 2026.