A rare opportunity for young performers to shine at the Chengdu International Music Festival — a prestigious music competition that fosters poise, discipline, and artistic maturity through engaging youth music programs.
Strengthen further education applications, competition profiles, and artistic credentials through internationally recognized participation in events like the Chengdu International Music Festival, as well as engaging in various music competitions and youth music programs.
Build meaningful relationships with award-winning educators, adjudicators, and cultural leaders at the Chengdu International Music Festival, who are shaping the future of music education through innovative youth music programs and inspiring music competitions.
Develop maturity, professionalism, and global awareness through participation in youth music programs like the Chengdu International Music Festival, which will benefit them long beyond the music competition stage.
Masterclasses, joint rehearsals, and collaborative performances with faculty from China, Thailand, the UK, and Europe are integral parts of the Chengdu International Music Festival, which also features youth music programs and a vibrant music competition.
Be part of one of the world’s fastest-growing classical music landscapes at the Chengdu International Music Festival, where you can engage with exciting music competitions and inspiring youth music programs.
The Chengdu International Music Festival & Competition serves as a high-level international platform tailored for early-stage global exposure. This refined, structured, and inspiring environment allows young musicians to confidently take their first steps onto the world stage through this prestigious music competition.
As of 2026, the Chengdu International Music Festival has already united accumulatively over 300 young musicians and renowned educators from Asia, Europe, and the United States. Set in the esteemed Chengdu Music Museum — an 8,000-square-metre landmark featuring over 300 historic pianos and rare 18th–19th century violins — participants perform in one of China’s most advanced acoustic environments.
This experience transcends mere participation. It is about early positioning within the competitive landscape of youth music programs. It cultivates confidence at a crucial moment. It marks the beginning of a global artistic identity.
The Chengdu International Music Festival is intentionally crafted as an early-stage global experience — nurturing confidence, discipline, artistic maturity, and cultural intelligence at the right developmental moment. This festival serves as an excellent platform for youth music programs and includes a music competition that encourages young talents to shine.
Beginner Division (Ages 6–11)
Intermediate Division (Ages 11–16)
Open categories: Piano · Violin · Cello · Flute · Vocal
🎓 International Workshops at the Chengdu International Music Festival
🏛 Museum Immersion & Cultural Dialogue
🎤 Music Competition: Professional-Stage Competition
🏅 Instantaneous Awards Ceremony
🎶 Joint Concert: Winners join their respective teachers for a formal celebratory concert, symbolizing artistic excellence and cross-cultural collaboration.
🎻 Limited Concerto Performance Opportunity: A limited number of concerto performance places are available. This premium experience at the Chengdu International Music Festival allows selected participants to perform concerto repertoire in a formal concert setting, gaining advanced stage exposure and collaborative performance experience.
“It was a pleasure to play a part in the London Music Academy's innovative Pilot Programme. My teaching approach ― grounded in thoroughness, imagination and practicality ― sat naturally alongside its aim to introduce young musicians to new ideas in a cross-cultural setting. The whole programme offered an exceptional range of experiences and unique access for the students, as well as for their parents and teachers.”, said Paul Harris, music educator & author, United Kingdom.
“It is a profound honour for my students and me to collaborate with world-class institutions across the United Kingdom. This programme reflects the power of cross-cultural exchange and the future of global music education―where young musicians learn to think internationally, perform with artistic integrity, and develop a deeper understanding of the world through music. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to represent Thailand on such a meaningful platform, and I am confident that this experience will inspire the next generation of creative leaders.”, said Tipok Phinitsakul, Flute Educator & Artist, Thailand.