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Nomera Guidebook
Guidelines
Review eligibility, sections, awards, and judging information
before applying. Check the essentials before stepping on stage.
Page Index
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ApplicationCHAPTER 01
Entry Guide
Eligibility
Eligibility
ElementaryMiddle SchoolHigh SchoolGap YearGeneral
Category
Sections
PianoVocalViolinStringsPercussionWindsChildren's SongEnsembleMusical
Repertoire
One free-choice piece
Participants prepare one free-choice piece.
Time limits and operating details follow the notice and on-site guidance for each edition.
Performance TimeRULES MERGED
Orchestra instruments and vocal sections
The bell may ring once the judges determine the performance has been sufficiently evaluated.
Piano - preschool and elementary
2 minutes
Piano - middle school
3 minutes
Piano - high school and general
5 minutes or more
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AwardsCHAPTER 02
Awards
A01
Grand Prize
GRAND PRIZE
Certificate
A02
Best Award
BEST
Certificate
A03
Special Excellence
SPECIAL
Certificate
A04
1st · 2nd · 3rd Prize
RANK
Certificate
A05
Special Award
SPECIAL AWARD
Certificate
Awards are organized by instrument and grade group.
Winner AnnouncementAward Notice
The judging results and winner announcement schedule will be shared separately through notices.
Certificates and trophies are delivered by mail after announcement and may take about two weeks.
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Special BenefitCHAPTER 03
Benefit
Selected participants may receive an opportunity to perform with a renowned domestic chamber orchestra.
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Judging CriteriaCHAPTER 04
Judging Criteria
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Detailed scoring weights are not disclosed to preserve judging independence.
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Important NotesCHAPTER 05
Rules and Notes
R01
Automatic draw and order
After payment is completed, participant order is automatically assigned on My Page when the draw period opens.
R02
Quiet environment
Silence must be maintained in the performance hall. Disturbance may result in removal or score deductions.
R03
Movement and phone restrictions
Seat movement and mobile phone use may be restricted for smooth operation.
R04
Young child entry restriction
Children aged 6 or under may not enter the performance hall.
R05
Waiting room restriction
Parents and teachers, except accompanists, are not allowed in the performer waiting room.
R06
Service period
Competition operation and certificate/trophy delivery services are provided for up to 3 months from the payment date.
N01
Cancellations, refunds, and section changes after application follow the notice and operating standards for each edition.
N02
The judging result announcement schedule will be shared separately through notices.
N03
Objections to judging results are not accepted.
N04
All rules are prepared for fair competition operation, and failure to follow them may result in disadvantages.