National Piano & Violin Competition

20/10/2025

From competitors to accomplished musicians, NPVC alumni Jonathan Ong and Lin Chien-Kwan share their memories of the stage and advice for this year’s participants.

Catch the young brightest talents at the 15th National Piano & Violin Competition, 20 – 30 Nov 2025. Most rounds are free admission — time to be inspired! 🎼

03/10/2025

The wait is over 🌟

Tickets for the NPVC Piano & Violin Artist Finals are now LIVE. Don’t miss the chance to witness Singapore’s finest young classical talents on stage! 🎼

For more details, visit our website:
https://www.sso.org.sg/whats-on/npvc/national-piano-violin-competition-2025-artist-finals

26/09/2025

Meet the 2025 NPVC Piano Adjudicators!✨🎹

As the 2025 National Piano & Violin Competition draws closer, let's hear from this year's piano adjudicators, Ran Jia, Noriko Ogawa and Ashley Wass!

Here are their tips, insights, and words of encouragement to inspire the next generation of musicians to take the stage with confidence. 🎼

19/09/2025

Let’s hear from today’s leading piano virtuoso, Daniil Trifonov!🎹

In this interview, Daniil shares his pre-performance routine, practice tips, and the key ideas he believes every young musician should hold on to.

His insights will be especially valuable for this year's participants, as the competition continues to nurture the next generation of rising musical talents!

12/09/2025

Hear from 2023 Violin Adjudicator, Yu-Chien Benny Tseng!🎻

In this follow-up to our earlier interview, Benny shares more pre-performance tips for this year’s participants and his perspective on how the National Piano & Violin Competition nurtures the next generation of young musicians.

05/09/2025

Drumroll, please!!

The wait is over. The results are in - those advancing to the Quarter-Finals have been announced!

See the full list here: https://www.sso.org.sg/whats-on/npvc/results

Congratulations to those who have advanced! And a huge thank you to everyone who submitted. Be sure to stay tuned and cheer on the contestants as they continue their journey.

Congratulations to the following participants who have advanced to the Quarter-Finals! An email with further details will be sent to all quarter-finalists by 19 September 2025.

22/08/2025

Meet Adrian Tang, Piano Senior, 1st Prize Winner of the National Piano & Violin Competition 2023!🎹🏆🎉

Adrian shared how the competition has shaped his musical journey, opened doors to new opportunities, and how he balanced his academics while preparing for the competition.

He also shared some encouraging words and tips for this year’s participants!

11/07/2025

Registration for the 15th National Piano and Violin Competition closes on 14 July, 5pm—don’t miss your moment. Sign up now and take the stage!

For more information, visit: sso.org.sg/npvc

10/06/2025

Make the music the main star and your goal to play the music the best it can be." Swipe to hear what else 2023 First Prize Winner, Piano Artist, Joshua Lau has to say about his competition highlights✨

27/05/2025

We understand it can seem overwhelming to take the first step to register. So, we’ve prepared a Rules & Regulations guide just for you!

From repertoire requirements to entry procedures, adjudication and awards, we’ve got every little detail wrapped up nicely for you - head to the link below to find out more!

sso.org.sg/npvc

05/05/2025

Registrations are open for the Singapore National Piano & Violin competition. Come be part of this enriching journey and register by 14 July, 5pm!

For more information head to: http://www.sso.org.sg/npvc

04/04/2025

This is your sign to start warming up those fingers and register for Singapore’s National Piano and Violin competition 2025. Registration opens 5 May 2025!

Photo featuring:
Ma Chun Yin Phyllis,
2023 Third Prize Winner, Piano Intermediate

Photo: Chris P. Lim / Chrisppics+