| NO | CATEGORY | AGE | PIECE | DURATION |
| WOODWIND SOLO COMPETITION | ||||
| SW1 | Children Category | Age 7 and Below | One Piece | Within 4 Mins |
| SW2 | Junior A Category | Age 9 and Below | Within 5 Mins | |
| SW3 | Junior B Category | Age 12 and Below | Within 6 Mins | |
| SW4 | Youth Category | Age 16 and Below | Within 8 Mins | |
| SW8 | Young Artistic Category | Age 25 and Below | Set Piece | Within 12 Mins |
* Candidates are allowed to enroll for more than one category.
** One free choice of repertoire from 4 music periods such as Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary (Earlier 20th Century) are accepted. Repertoire from ABRSM syllabus is also acceptable.
*** There is no minimum performance time required. Eg. If the category states a max of 4 minutes, you are allowed to submit a piece which is 1 minute.
**** Participant’s chosen repertoire exceeds the stated time limit within 1 minute is permitted with an extra fee of $40 is applicable for the submission. All repertoire time limit exceed more than 1 minute is not acceptable.
** One free choice of repertoire from 4 music periods such as Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary (Earlier 20th Century) are accepted. Repertoire from ABRSM syllabus is also acceptable.
*** There is no minimum performance time required. Eg. If the category states a max of 4 minutes, you are allowed to submit a piece which is 1 minute.
**** Participant’s chosen repertoire exceeds the stated time limit within 1 minute is permitted with an extra fee of $40 is applicable for the submission. All repertoire time limit exceed more than 1 minute is not acceptable.
Children Category (Age 7 and Below)
| D.O.B (DD/MM/YYYY) | Born After 01/05/2017 |
| Repertoire Requirements | 1 Free Choice |
| Maximum Performance Time | 4 minutes |
Junior A Category (Age 9 and Below)
| D.O.B (DD/MM/YYYY) | Born After 01/05/2015 |
| Repertoire Requirements | One free choice of repertoire from 4 music periods |
| Maximum Performance Time | 5 minutes |
Junior B Category (Age 12 and Below)
| D.O.B (DD/MM/YYYY) | Born After 01/05/2012 |
| Repertoire Requirements | One free choice of repertoire from 4 music periods |
| Maximum Performance Time | 6 minutes |
Youth Category (Age 16 and Below)
| D.O.B (DD/MM/YYYY) | Born After 01/05/2008 |
| Repertoire Requirements | One free choice of repertoire from 4 music periods |
| Maximum Performance Time | 8 minutes |
Young Artistic Category (Age 25 and Below)
| D.O.B (DD/MM/YYYY) | Born After 01/05/1999 |
| Repertoire Requirements | Set Piece (Please refer to the List of Set Piece) |
| Maximum Performance Time | 12 minutes |
Flute
Participants are required to play ONE of the following works from the list below:
First movement of ONE of the following concerto:
- Leclair Flute Concerto in C op.7 no.3
- Mozart Flute Concerto No.2 in D Major, K.314
- Mozart Flute Concerto in G Major, K.313
- Quantz Flute Concerto in G no.297
- Blavet Flute Concerto in A minor op.4
- Gluck Flute Concerto in G major op.4
- C.P.E.Bach Flute Concerto in D minor Wq.22
- Luigi Boccherini Flute Concerto in D op.27
- Carl Stamitz Flute Concerto in G major Op.29
- Anton Stamitz Flute Concerto in D major
- Hoffmeister Flute Concerto no.4 in D
- Devienne Flute Concerto no.2 in D major
- Devienne Flute Concerto no.7 in E minor
- Devienne Flute Concerto no.8 in G major
- Mercadante Flute Concerto in F major
- Mercadante Flute Concerto in E minor
- Vilém Blodek Flute Concerto in D major
- Jacques Ibert Flute Concerto
- L.Berkeley Flute Concerto op.36
- M.Arnold Flute Concerto no.1 op.45
- M.Arnold Flute Concerto no.2 op.111
Clarinet
Participants are required to play ONE of the following works from the list below:
- Weber Clarinet Concertino in C Minor/Eb Major Op. 26 J. 109 (1st Movement)
- Wilson Clarinet Concerto (Any Movement)
- Stimitz Clarinet Concerto No. 3 in Bb (1st Movement)
- Krommer Clarinet Concerto in Eb, Op. 36 (1st Movement)
- Adagio e Trantella by Ernesto Cavalline
- Premiere Rhapsodie by Debussy
- Five Bagatelles by Finzi (1st & 5th Movement)
- Clarinet Sonata by Saint-Saens (4th / Last Movement)
- G. Rossini Introduction, Theme and Variations
Saxophone
Participants are required to play ONE of the following works from the list below:
First movement of Classical to 20th Century Concertos:
- J. S. Bach: Sonata in Eb, BWV 1031
- Ronald Binge: Concerto for Alto Saxophone
- Paul Bonneau: Suite for Alto Saxophone
- Creston: Rapsodie for Alto Saxophone and Piano
- Fiocco: Concerto for Tenor Saxophone
- Paul Harvey: Concertino for Soprano Xaxophone
Oboe
Participants are required to play ONE of the following works from the list below:
First movement of Classical to 20th Century Concertos:
- Albinoni: Concerto in Bb, Op.7 No.3
- M. Arnold: Concerto, Op.39
- Handel: Concerto No.3 in G minor
- Mozart: Concerto in C, K.314
- Vivaldi: Concerto in A minor, RV 461
- Vivaldi: Concerto in D minor
- Boughton: Concerto no.1 in C
* Please Note-Repertoire list is subject to change. (updated 1 Jan, 2025)
Adjudication & Evaluation
The Jury
The jury’s decision is final and cannot be contested. As part of the evaluation process, jurors will provide written feedback for each performance to support their future development.
The jury’s decision is final and cannot be contested. As part of the evaluation process, jurors will provide written feedback for each performance to support their future development.
Assessment Criteria
Competition will be evaluated on a 100-point system based on the following criteria:
Competition will be evaluated on a 100-point system based on the following criteria:
- Technicality (40%) Intonation, Rhythm, Tonal Qualities, Dynamics, and Balance;
- Musicality (40%) Phrasing, Interpretation, and Style;
- Overall impression (20%) Expression and Overall Artistic Impression.
Each participant will receive a Jury’s Comments sheet which aims to offer professional insights into their level of performance for their progression in their music journey.
SRIMF 2025 highly anticipated solo competition will be hosted online, with distinguished professors offering invaluable insights. Winners will earn the honor of performing at the prestigious Solo Grand Prix Concert.
Awards & Certificate
11th SRIMF Solo Compeittion Winners Gala Concert & Grand Prix for selected winners at Singapore SOTA Concert Hall on 4th August 2025. (venue may be subjected to change)
In addition, awards and prizes amounting to S$22000 will be distributed among selected winners in the form of scholarships and concert engagements in 2025*:
- The Best Performance winner will take home a $2,000 cash prize
- Fine Bow Prize for string participant
- Live concert engagements with chamber orchestras in Europe and Asia
- Music festival Performance & Masterclass in Vienna Virtuoso Festival
- International Piano Masterclass with Professors from Berlin University of the Arts (UdK)
- String & Woodwind Masterclass with Professors from Paris Conservatory
- Winner’s Masterclass with Top-class Professors from Israel Conservatory and Royal Danish Academy
- Other Masterclasses from SRIMF honorary jury panel
- Top prize winners are given web presence on the homepage of Singapore Raffles International Music Festival and official Facebook page
- Selected winners’ videos shall also be published on the competition YouTube channel
- Teacher Excellence Awards (for teachers of top prize winners)
| AWARD | MARKS | PRIZE |
| GOLD | 95.00 – 100.00 | Certificate & Trophy |
| SILVER | 90.00 – 94.99 | Certificate & Medal |
| BRONZE | 88.00 – 89.99 | |
| ELITE | 85.00 – 87.99 | |
| EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE | 80.00 – 84.99 | |
| OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE | 75.00 – 79.99 | |
| PARTICIPATION | < 75.00 | Certificate |
- The Soloist that attains a Gold award with the highest score in each category will be awarded the title of “Category Champion” and may be selected to take part in the Gala & Grand Prix.
- The Gala Concert & Grand Prix Competition will take place on 4th August 2025 at the Singapore SOTA Concert Hall (venue may be subjected to change). Grand prix finalists will be selected at the discretion of the jury.
- A Printable/Encrypted Certificate will be provided by the Competition Committee.
- Printed Certificates, Medals are provided on Request Only. The collection date will be advice on a later date on at SRIMF Office.
- To minimize any damage during the delivery, we will not be providing Trophies/Medals to overseas participants. Only with Special Requests and the international shipping cost will be borne by Participants.
Online Application Requirements
Steps of Registration
1. Fill in Registration Form:
- Completed online registration Form
- Include a photocopy of the player’s birth certificate or student card
2. Performance Video Submission:
- Layout: Landscape Mode
- Quality: 1920 X 1080 HD
- Format: .mp4 or .mov file
- Audio: Source from video camera or DSLR is recommended
3. Upload the recording by choosing YouTube:
The following information of Content must be clearly stated in the description:
The following information of Content must be clearly stated in the description:
- “SRIMF Competition 2025” (Kindly set to unlist mode)
- Participant Name and Age
- Category and Instrument
- Repertoire List
4. Registration Fee:
| SOLO COMPETITION CATEGORY | REGISTRATION FEE |
| Children Category | S$200 |
| Junior Category | S$220 |
| ABRSM Grade 1-4 Category | |
| Youth Category | S$300 |
| ABRSM Grade 5-8 Category | |
| Young Artistic Category | S$390 |
Competition Video Submission Guideline
- Please tune your instrument before the start of the recording. Tuning does not need to be recorded.
- Ensure that the video consistently captures the performer and the instrument, including the full length of the bow.
- The entire performance must be one take, without any editing.
- Recordings must be made no earlier than 5 months prior to the registration dateline.
- All accompanied works are to be recorded with accompaniment.
- Where an accompanist is part of the performance, they should be in view, although the string/woodwind player should be the main focus.
- For the Piano Solo participants, The Camera must capture the player from the top of the head to mid-body, with a clear view of the fingers on the keyboard.
* For any enquiries, please contact us at: info@srimf.sg.
* Updated on: 1 Jan 2025
