International Online Piano Competition for Young Pianists Ages 4–18
One Application. Two Rounds. No Additional Fee for Finalists.
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026
2026
The Potomac International Piano Competition
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Gold Prize
Silver Prize
Bronze Prize
Honorable Mention
Prize
✓ Official Electronic Certificate
✓ Written Jury Feedback
Every Participant Receives
✓ Media Coverage Opportunities
✓ Performance at the Washington International Young Artists Music Series
✓ WIYAMS Performance
Additional Opportunities
Why Choose Potomac?
International Jury
Distinguished pianists, professors, and music professionals from around the world.
Written Feedback
Every participant receives written comments from the jury.
Media Coverage Opportunities
Selected winners may receive media coverage through the Competition's official media partners. .
Performance Opportunities
Selected winners may be invited to perform alongside WIYAMS ARTISTS at the Washington International Young Artists Music Series.
No Additional Fee for Finalists
Advance to the Final Round without paying an additional competition fee.
Designed to provide meaningful recognition, educational feedback, and artistic opportunities for young pianists.
Explore the Competition
Awards & Opportunities
Laureates
Jury Panel
Partners
Meet Our Jury
Dr.xxxx
xxxxx
xxxxxx
Dr.xxxx
xxxxx
xxxxxx
Dr.xxxx
xxxxx
xxxxxx
Dr.xxxx
xxxxx
xxxxxx
View Full Jury Panel
COMPETITION TIMELINE
August 1 – October 15
Competition officially opens and applications are accepted.
October 15 – Early November
Preliminary Round Adjudication.
November
Final Round Adjudication
December
Competition results announced.
Electronic certificates and written adjudications distributed.
READY TO APPLY?
Join Young Pianists from Around the World
Share your music, receive professional feedback, and become part of an international community of young artists
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026
Our Partners
Partnerships are at the heart of WIYAMS, helping us ensure that WIYAMS artists have the best opportunities to develop their careers and that our music series can reach the widest possible audience.
Follow us
