Welcome to Melo Dot!
Why Participate?
Global Recognition
Compete with musicians worldwide and gain international exposure.
Prestigious Awards
Win certificates, medals, and special prizes.
Expert Jury Panel
Get evaluated by renowned musicians and industry professionals.
Online Convenience
Perform online, Shine Onstage
Competition Categories
Melodot welcomes musicians of all skill levels to showcase their talent in a variety of instrumental categories. Participants can compete in solo performances or ensembles, demonstrating their musicality, technique, and artistic expression.
Piano Competition
Solo piano performances highlighting technical mastery and expression.
Strings Competition
Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass performances.
How It Works
Register Online
Fill out the registration form and submit your performance video.
Jury Evaluation
Our panel of experts will review and score each performance.
Winners Announced
Top musicians will receive awards and recognition.
2025 Melodot Music Competition
Registration begins at 12:00AM PST on August 25, 2025 and ends at 12:00AM PST on October 15, 2025.
Winners will be announced on Ooctober 20, 2025 by email and on our website.
The Winners Concert will be held on November 8, 2025 at Town Hall Seattle.
Eligibility
The Melodot Music Competition provides young musicians with a platform to showcase their talents and gain valuable performance experience. It aims to foster a love for music, encourage continuous improvement, and build long-term confidence in young artists.
The competition is open to piano and string players of all nationalities and ages.
Division | Age | Time Limit | Fee |
A | 6 and under | 4 minutes | $55 |
B | 7 | 5 minutes | |
C | 8 | 5 minutes | $65 |
D | 9 | 6 minutes | $70 |
E | 10 | 6 minutes | $70 |
F | 11 | 7 minutes | $75 |
G | 12 | 7 minutes | $75 |
H | 13-14 | 8 minutes | $80 |
I | 15-16 | 9 minutes | $90 |
J | 17 | 10 minutes | $100 |
Repertoire Requirements
Participants may choose original works from any classical music period (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary).
Piano and string solo pieces must be performed from memory.
Arrangements, simplifications, or modernized versions are not accepted.
Video Submission Guidelines
Provide Youtube (or other video sharing sites) link to the video recordings of performance.
Videos must be single-camera, unedited, continuous performances clearly showing the performer’s entire body
No speaking or self-introduction is allowed in the video.
Videos must be recorded within the specified submission period; late submissions will be disqualified.
Judging Criteria
Judging will be based on technical proficiency, musical expression, repertoire difficulty, and overall artistry. A comment sheet will also be provided to each participant.
Judging Criteria:
From 95 to 100: First Absolute Prize
From 90 to 94: 1st prize
From 80 to 89: 2nd prize
From 70 to 79: 3rd prize
Awards
Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals will be awarded to outstanding participants.
Winners will have the opportunity to perform at a future event at Town Hall Seattle.
Special awards will be given for exceptional artistic performances.
Registration
Registration Period: 12:00AM PST August 25, 2025 to 12:00AM PST October 15, 2025.
Registration Method: Complete the online registration form and pay the fee accordingly.
Registration fees are non-refundable once confirmed.
Winners Concert
Winners must reply to confirm their participation in the Town Hall Seattle event by 12:00AM PST on October 30, 2025 after receiving the award confirmation email.
Winners should perform the same piece at the Winners Concert as submitted for the competition.
For winners who are unable to attend the Winners Concert, Melodot will mail their medals and certificates.
Important Notes
Participants must ensure high-quality video recordings to avoid evaluation issues.
All submissions must be complete versions of original works; arrangements or abridged versions are prohibited.
Participant’s age should be determined based on the date of submission of the registration form.
Participants must adhere to all competition rules; violations will result in disqualification.
Online Piano Masterclass - Now Open for Booking!
Would you like to learn directly from an internationally renowned piano master? Participants and winners of this competition have the opportunity to book a one-on-one online masterclass with one of the distinguished judges (at their own expense).
Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, polish your repertoire, or enhance your stage presence, this is a rare chance to elevate your artistry under expert guidance. Limited slots available – first come, first served (10 – 20 people)!
How to Book: Please send email to melodot.music@outlook.com if you are interested. We will contact you to arrange the lesson schedule.