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World Youth and Teenage Singing Contest

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The online competition of the World Youth and Teenage Singing Contest consists of three main sections: basic singing skills, including vocal pitch, rhythm, breath control, and singing posture; musical expression and cultural understanding, covering the interpretation of lyrics, emotional conveyance, and the cultural background of songs; and practical application of singing, including song adaptation, on-site improvisation, and the ability to perform in real-life scenarios. The competition includes various types of songs, and the level of difficulty is set according to age and singing experience, with the children's group emphasizing fundamental singing skills and the youth group placing more emphasis on musical expression, creative adaptation, and problem-solving abilities in singing.

Registration Fee: Free

Competition Categories:

  • Kindergarten Group

  • Lower Primary Group

  • Higher Primary Group

  • Junior Secondary Group

  • Senior Secondary Group

  • Publice Group

Important dates:

  • Application Deadline: August 18, 2025

  • Result Announcement Date: August 29, 2025

Individual Enrollment Form

via email or WhatsApp.
WhatsApp：+852 5437 3164
Email:Info@wytcda.com

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Award Categories

​Individual Awards:

  • Special Gold Award (Top 12% of participants in the group)

  • Gold Award (Top 12%-25% of participants in the group)

  • Silver Award (Top 26%-45% of participants in the group)

  • Bronze Award (Top 46%-60% of participants in the group)

  • Excellence Award (Top 61%-100% of participants in the group)

 

Group Awards:

  • Outstanding Group Award

  • Outstanding Mentor Award

Award winners can request customized awards featuring the participant's name in Chinese or English.

 

Award Options:

  • Electronic Certificate: HKD 200

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate: HKD 290

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal: HKD 325

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal + Trophy: HKD 365

The deadline for award applications is two weeks after the announcement of the results.

All awards will be mailed within eight weeks after the application deadline.

Awards and certificates will be sent via SF Express, cash on delivery.

Once the awards are signed for, no replacements will be issued in case of damage or loss.

The organizers are not responsible for failed deliveries due to incorrect information or communication difficulties.

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Competition Guidelines:

1. Performance Basics

Technical Skills: Pitch accuracy, breath control, vocal range, articulation.
Repertoire Knowledge: Genres (classical, pop, folk) and iconic songs (e.g., operatic arias, global hits).
Musical Literacy: Rhythm, melody, and interpretation of sheet music or lyrics.
 

2. Artistic Expression & Cultural Context

Genre Analysis: Styles (e.g., Broadway belting, traditional ballads) and cultural origins.
Lyric Interpretation: Emotional storytelling and connection to song themes.
Modern Adaptations: Fusion of styles (e.g., K-pop with classical elements).
 

3. Practical Performance Application

Video Submission:

  • Live performance (no edits/lip-syncing), 1080p HD, clear audio.

  • Attire: Stage-appropriate; camera shows full body and facial expressions.

 

Repertoire Selection:

  • Children’s Group (8–12 yrs): 2–4 minute age-appropriate songs (e.g., Disney, folk).

  • Youth Group (13–18 yrs): 4–6 minute complex pieces (e.g., operatic arias, original compositions).

Improvisation: Youth Group only: Scat singing or melody variations on a provided theme.

4. Judging Criteria

  • Technical Proficiency (50%): Vocal control, pitch, dynamics.

  • Artistic Expression (30%): Emotional depth, genre authenticity.

  • Stage Presence (20%): Confidence, charisma, audience engagement.

 

Submission Rules:

  • One entry per participant; no AI-generated vocals.

  • Blind judging (anonymized videos).

5. Difficulty & Age Groups

  • Children’s Group: Focus on pitch accuracy and basic stage presence.

  • Youth Group: Advanced interpretation, genre blending, and improvisation.

6. Submission & Results

  • Deadline: Upload by [date] via official portal.

  • Results: Announced via email/social media within 3 weeks.

  • Prizes: Certificates, coaching, and performance opportunities.

 

This structure balances vocal technique with cultural diversity, aligning with the contest’s mission to celebrate young singers globally.

Entry Requirements for the World Youth and Teenage Singing Contest (Online Submission & Jury Evaluation)
 

1. Performance Basics

Focus on vocal fundamentals and musical structure:

  • Technical Skills: Pitch accuracy, rhythm control, breath support, and singing posture.

  • Repertoire Knowledge: Familiarity with diverse genres (e.g., classical, pop, folk) and iconic works (e.g., Mozart arias, Beatles songs).

  • Musical Literacy: Understanding of sheet music (notes, dynamics, tempo) and vocal notation (e.g., legato, staccato).
     

2. Artistic Expression & Cultural Context

Explores lyrical interpretation and historical depth:

  • Genre Analysis: Origins and stylistic traits of music (e.g., operatic bel canto, traditional folk ornamentation).

  • Lyric Interpretation: Emotional delivery of songs (e.g., conveying longing in ballads) and connection to cultural/historical contexts (e.g., protest songs of the 1960s).

  • Modern Adaptations: Influence of contemporary music (e.g., K-pop, hip-hop) on traditional singing styles.
     

3. Practical Performance Application

Emphasizes live execution and creative skills:

  • Video Submission:

    • Live-recorded performances (no lip-syncing or pre-edited tracks), filmed to show full-body expression and facial emotions.

    • Attire: Stage-appropriate clothing; minimum 1080p HD quality with clear audio.

  • Repertoire Selection:

    • Children’s Group (8–12 yrs): Short songs (2–4 minutes) in genres like children’s folk or musical theater (e.g., Do-Re-Mi from The Sound of Music).

    • Adolescent Group (13–18 yrs): Complex works (4–6 minutes) including classical arias, jazz standards, or original compositions.

  • Improvisation Tasks: Adolescent Group must perform spontaneous vocal variations on a given melody (e.g., scat singing in jazz).
     

4. Judging Criteria & Format

  • Evaluation Areas:

    1. Technical Proficiency (50%): Vocal control, pitch precision, and breath management.

    2. Artistic Expression (30%): Emotional depth, lyrical storytelling, and stylistic authenticity.

    3. Stage Presence (20%): Confidence, audience engagement (e.g., eye contact, gestures), and stage charisma.

  • Submission Rules:

    • One entry per participant; no AI-generated vocals or pre-recorded accompaniment (except backing tracks provided in advance).

    • Blind judging: Judges receive anonymized videos with no participant identifiers.
       

5. Difficulty & Age Groups

  • Children’s Group: Focus on basics (e.g., pitch matching, rhythm stability, simple stage presence).

  • Adolescent Group: Advanced requirements including genre crossover (e.g., blending classical and pop), vocal improvisation, and cultural analysis (e.g., comparing traditional Chinese folk songs with Western pop).
     

6. Submission & Results

  • Deadline: Upload videos via the portal by [e.g., "April 30, 2026"].

  • Results: Announced via email/social media within 3 weeks, with rankings based on jury scores. Prizes include certificates, vocal coaching sessions, and opportunities to perform at international youth festivals.

  • Exhibition: Top performances will be featured on the contest’s official channel, highlighting diverse cultural and musical expressions.

 

This structure balances vocal technique with artistic innovation, celebrating the global diversity of young singers while fostering technical growth and cultural exchange.

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