PCO - Piano Competition Online (17th edition)

11 - 16 Oct, 2026

Piano Competition Online (PCO) invites classical pianists worldwide to take part in its October 2026 edition — as soloists or piano duos (four-hands or two pianos).

Since 2020, PCO has welcomed more than 3,000 participants from 65+ countries.

Deadline: 1 October 2026
Results: 16 October 2026

Open worldwide — no age limit
Solo Age Groups and Piano Duo category
International jury of professional pianists
Optional written feedback
Digital diplomas and international recognition
100% online participation

Participants may also enter optional Expert Categories, including Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary, Chopin, Liszt, Sonata, Etude, Concerto and more.

One performance can be entered into several matching categories.

Choose your repertoire, submit your video and take part from anywhere in the world.

Details & application:
https://piano-competition.online

Closing date: 01 Oct 2026

Read advisory note

This competition appears to include an online round that charges over €35. musicalchairs is concerned that the fee for online judging must be commensurate with the value offered to applicants whether they are successful or unsuccessful. Please therefore study the guidelines for this competition carefully:

Is the Jury for the online round published and are they widely respected musicians?
Does each Jury member listen to the submissions in full?
Do applicants receive detailed and considered feedback about their complete performance/score from the Jury?

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