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Below are the answers of some of the frequently asked questions.


No, the organizer will not provide a pedal. Contestants should bring their own piano pedal and must install and remove it by themselves.

Yes, contestants will perform on a Steinway grand piano during the competition.

Contestants should decide whether to compete based on their health condition.

Yes, if a contestant forfeits their ranking, it will be filled by the next eligible contestant, and the final arrangement will be decided by the judging panel.

Yes, each contestant will receive a ranking certificate, and the top three will also receive a crystal trophy.

Only one contestant needs to submit the registration form and fee, but both contestants' information must be included on the form.

*In this group, contestants will be assigned to the corresponding group based on the age of the older contestant.

Yes, contestants are required to do so.

In some categories that allow multiple registrations, participants can sign up for multiple categories. For more details, please contact the organizer.

Since different categories have specific repertoire restrictions, it is recommended to consult a piano teacher or contact the organizing committee for advice.

*For details, refer to the competition rules regarding the Hong Kong-Macau regional categories and repertoire.

Contestants MUST bring original or copy music score for adjudicators' reference and it will be returned immediately after the performance. Photocopies of score are acceptable if the contestant needs to read the score during the competition.

Exceeding the time may result in the judges stopping the performance, but it will not affect the score. The judges' final decision will prevail.

Contestants must ensure that their registration information is correct. Once submitted, any changes must be communicated to the registration center at least 7 days before the competition date. Late requests will not be accepted. Each change will incur an administrative fee of HKD200.

Only the open categories (open rising stars age group, open grades piano solo group, open repertoire group, open piano duet group) will have results announced on the same day. Results for the China final categories (professional group and amateur required repertoire group) will not be announced on the day of the competition. The open non-competitive performance group will not have rankings or scores.

The final list of contestants will be published on the official Steinway competition website within two weeks after all preliminary rounds are completed.

Contestants in China categories will receive participation certificates in the preliminary round. The open rising stars age group, open graded piano solo group, open repertoire group and open piano duet group will receive ranking certificates and scoring sheets. The open non-competitive performance group will receive feedback sheets and showcase certificates.

*Please refer to the Hong Kong-Macau regional rules for award details.

All certificates will be distributed on the day of the competition and will not be reissued.

Each contestant may bring a maximum of one accompanying adult into the competition venue. The organizer will determine whether spectators are allowed based on the specific competition venue.

Contestants in the preliminary rounds of the China final categories for the Hong Kong-Macau region do not need to memorize the pieces, but contestants MUST do so in the finals. All contestants in the open categories do not need to memorize the pieces.

2 Hours Prior to the Competition*
1) In case of raining / Thunderstorm Warning / Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal / Red Rainstorm Warning Signal / Standby Signal No.1 / Strong Wind Signal No.3 is / are hoisted: The Competition will remain as scheduled
2) In case of Black Rainstorm Warning Signal / No.8 or above Gale or Storm Signal is / are hoisted: The competition will be postponed and we will contact affected contestants.

During the Competition* 
1)  In case of raining / Thunderstorm Warning / Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal / Red Rainstorm Warning Signal / Standby Signal No.1 / Strong Wind Signal No.3 is / are hoisted： The Competition will remain as scheduled
2)  In case of Black Rainstorm Warning Signal / No.8 or above Gale or Storm Signal is / are hoisted： The Competition will keep on-going if it is started

*Base on the reporting time of each group

Registration Deadline

20 Jul 2025

*In case of any disputes, the organizer and the hosting unit reserve the final decision rights.
*For further inquiries, please WhatsApp: (852) 6652 6738 or email steinwaycompetition@tomleemusic.com.
Competition Details

Rules and Regulations

  1. Contestants must arrive at the competition venue according to the details provided in the confirmation letter issued by the organizing committee.
  2. Contestants must present their competition confirmation letter, original ID, and relevant qualification documents (proof of enrollment or certificates) during check-in, and will be disqualified on the spot if their ID does not match their registration details.
  3. Each contestant may bring a maximum of one accompanying adult into the competition venue.
  4. If contestants have not received any notification of competition details by early August should inquire via WhatsApp to (852) 6652 6738 or email to steinwaycompetition@tomleemusic.com for enquiry.
  5. During the competition, contestants should wear formal attire.
  6. Registration fees are not refundable and places cannot be transferred once paid.
  7. If there are insufficient registrations, the group will be cancelled and a refund will be issued.
  8. The organizing committee reserves the right to refuse entry to ineligible or illegal participants and no refund will be provided.
  9. The number of participants in each group is limited and will be closed on a first-come, first-served basis. If the quota is full before the deadline, the organizing committee may terminate the registration in advance without further notice.
  10. If the competition and Tom Lee Music Academy class are held at the same time and you are unable to participate, the organizing committee will not arrange another time and no refund will be provided. Entries cannot be transferred or used for other competitions.
  11. Contestants are not allowed to change the competition date and time. If they fail to attend as scheduled, they will be deemed to have waived their qualifications and no refund will be provided. The final decision lies with the organizing committee.
  12. There is no need to memorize the music score in the preliminary round of the Hong Kong and Macau sub-competition area of ​​the China finals group, but memorization is required in the final; there is no need to memorize the music score in the open groups of the Hong Kong and Macau sub-competition area.
  13. In addition to the specified repertoire, we recommend selecting works of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th century or contemporary music.
  14. The organizing committee will not provide toddler assist pedals. If necessary, participants are requested to bring their own child assist pedals, which they will need to install and remove by themselves.
  15. Contestants must bring a set of original or copied music scores for the jury's reference and return them immediately after the performance. If you need to read the score on stage, please bring your own photocopy.
  16. The competition timer starts from the time the contestant starts playing to the end; the judges may stop the contestant when the time is exceeded, but it will not affect the score. No objection may be raised to the decision made by the judging panel and the final results announced.
  17. All judges are not allowed to participate in the judging of their students.
  18. All contestants are deemed to agree to abide by the competition regulations.
  19. The organizing committee reserves the right to modify competition rules, prizes, and judging panels without prior notice.
  20. In case of any disputes, the committee's decision shall be final.

Enquiry

WhatsApp: (852) 6652 6738 (Office Hours: 10AM to 1PM, 2PM to 6PM)

Email: steinwaycompetition@tomleemusic.com

Organizer: Steinway & Sons, HK & Macau Regional Organizer: Tom Lee Music

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