International online competition for piano solo & piano duo

PIANO COMPETITION ONLINE

A trusted global platform for classical pianists and piano duos.
No age limit. 100% online. Main Category + optional Expert Categories.

Record at home, upload your video, and compete for international recognition from anywhere in the world.

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Open worldwide to classical solo pianists and piano duos (four-hands or two pianos)

Why pianists choose PCO

Piano Competition Online was created to make international competition more accessible, efficient, and artistically meaningful. Since 2020, pianists have been able to apply from their own homes, schools, or studios — without travel costs, visa stress, or complicated logistics.

PCO combines the convenience of a modern online format with the standards of a serious international competition: an experienced jury, transparent categories, digital diplomas, optional written feedback, and a clear application process.

Open & Flexible

Open worldwide to piano solo and piano duo, with no age limit. Enter your Main Category and optionally add Expert Categories that match your program.

Professional Assessment

Performances are evaluated by an international jury using clear criteria. Optional written feedback offers practical artistic guidance and supports long-term development.

Simple Online Process

Record your performance, upload it to YouTube or a similar platform, and submit your application online. No travel, no accommodation, no unnecessary cost.

How it works

1. Prepare

Choose your repertoire and record a clear video performance.

2. Upload

Upload your video to YouTube or another public platform.

3. Apply

Select your Main Category, add Expert Categories if you wish, and submit the form.

4. Compete

Receive results online, download your diploma, and celebrate your achievement.

The main highlights of the competition

Trust

PCO has welcomed more than 1500 participants from over 67 countries. Over the years, laureates have received recognition through scholarships, interviews, concerts, and international promotion.

Quality

Every application is professionally reviewed. PCO offers a serious artistic experience with clear standards, attentive listening, and valuable optional feedback from experienced performers and pedagogues.

Convenience

PCO brings international competition into a modern format. Apply from anywhere with a simple online form and a video link — saving time, money, and unnecessary travel.

Ready to take part?

Share your music with an international jury, compete in categories that match your repertoire, and join a global community of pianists.

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Our testimonials

Thank you for the detailed comments of all the Jurors. That means very much to us! This was a wonderful opportunity for young artists and Arthur is full of joy. It’s a gereat encouragement for his further practice 🙂

Arthur and family

I very much appreciate the individual comments from the jurors which made me think if we should consider different piano schools. I would like to mention that it was a great experience for Adam and the Piano Competition Online is a very well organized event. Than you and all the jurors for your great and meaningful work.

Sophie

Thank you to all jury members for the valuable feedback. I will keep developing my musicality and techniques. I hope to see you all again in the future.

Anna

Thank you so much for your email with such a warm feedback! It is a big honour for me to get this prize and it’s very important (and pleasant) to hear this words from the Juty. Many thanks to all the jury members.

Artemy

Thank you so much. Thanks for arranging this competition. The Jury’s comments were helpful, it was very detailed. Thanks for the amazing feedback. Wish I can join your Competition again in the future.

Callista

Thank you very much for the prize certificate and the comments from the Jury. We are very happy and proud.

Napapat

Thank you so much for the great news! We appreciate all the Jury’s effort and comments to help guiding Howl to be a better pianist!

Andrew

Thank you so much!! This is the best present I will receive for Christmass! It’s such a big surprise in this particular and difficult moment. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!

Lorenzo

Than you so much for delivering this great news. We are very happy and greatful that the jury members appreciated and enjoy Bayla’s performances. All the valuable comments and suggestions to improve the pieces and Bayla’s skills are also very much appreciated. Alsothank you for organizing this online event. It’s indeed important for youn musicians to keep the momentum and learning process during the uncertainty of COVID-19 pandemic; the unbiased and fair Jury members’ comments are certainly helpful for further self improvements. Once again thank you and we are looking forward to the next opportunity and event from your Foundation.

Bayla's mother

Thank you for so many comments, which are touching with the sincerity and insights which prove a joy to listen to and above all give wings to Sophia who is at the beginning of her musical path.

Sophia's mother

Thank you very much for this bright chracteristics of my performance! It is really important for me! Thank you!

Vladislav