Inspiring the next generation of musicians in Scotland
Glasgow Summer Performance Festival 2026
Glasgow Summer Performance Festival 2026
A celebration of young musical talent across Scotland
Saturday 29 August 2026
Glasgow, Scotland
Open to young musicians aged 5-18 cross Scotland
Festival Information
Date: Saturday 29 August 2026
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Venue to be confirmed
Age Group: 5-18 years old
Performance Categories
Piano
Strings (Violin, Viola & Cello)
Open to all pianists of all levels and backgrounds.
Open to violin, viola and cello performers,
Age Divisions
Junior: 5–8 years old
Intermediate: 9–12 years old
Senior: 13–18 years old
REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS
Participants may perform one or two pieces of their own choice.
The programme should be appropriate to the participant’s age and level of study.
Suggested Maximum Performance Time
- Junior Division (5–8 years) Up to 3 minutes
- Intermediate Division (9–12 years) Up to 5 minutes
- Senior Division (13–18 years) Up to 7 minutes
Repertoire may include:
- Baroque
- Classical
- Romantic
- Contemporary
- Traditional and Folk Music
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ABRSM and Trinity examination repertoire is welcome.
Performances may be presented from memory or with music.
The adjudicator reserves the right to stop performances exceeding the stated time limit.
Performers are encouraged to choose repertoire that best displays their musicality, technical ability, and stylistic understanding. All pieces must be performed from memory, although exceptions may be granted for complex contemporary works upon prior request.