The Eighth

Scottish International Youth Piano Competition

was held on 24th July 2026

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) held their annual Piano Summer School from 20th – 24th July 2026.

In conjunction with the RCS, we were delighted to present the Eighth Scottish International Youth Piano Competition, showcasing young pianists of exceptional potential from around the world.

All students aged 12–17 attending the RCS’s Piano Summer School had the opportunity to participate in the competition. A non-public semifinal round was held during the course, where pianists performed a selection of pieces chosen by the panel from their programme.

The final round, where participants performed their complete programme, took place on 24th July 2026. The prize winners were selected by a distinguished jury, chaired by the RCS’s Head of Keyboard, Professor Fali Pavri.

The course was designed to give young pianists the chance to experience an intensive week of study in a conservatoire environment. For full details on the RCS’s Piano Summer School please click here.

  • A solo recital of at least two contrasting pieces lasting no more than 25 minutes, with a free choice of repertoire (minimum standard: ABRSM Grade 8).

    First Prize and the Sam Hutchings Memorial Award: £800

    Second Prize: £400

    Third Prize: £150

  • A solo recital of at least two contrasting pieces lasting no more than 15 minutes, with a free choice of repertoire (minimum standard: ABRSM Grade 7).

    First Prize: £500

    Second Prize: £200

    Third Prize: £100

2026 Senior Division Prizewinners (from L to R):

Yui Him Mo (3rd); Grace Bai (2nd); Jade Chan (1st)

2026 Junior Division Prizewinners (from L to R):

Louise Byrne (1st); Dominick Paoulos (2nd); Kevin Kang (3rd)