Application Form
Participant applications for the 2026 Oxford Piano Festival will open in January 2026.
How to apply
To apply to be a Participant in the Oxford Piano Festival, please fill in the application form below. You will be asked to submit a short biography and video links of yourself playing 10–15 minutes of standard repertoire.
Entry Requirements: We accept applications from advanced piano students (of at least Diploma standard) of all nationalities who are between the ages of 14 and 26 on the 25 July 2026.
Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the full duration of the festival.
24 April 2026 application deadline
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by May 2026. Participants should only purchase a Participant Festival Pass and accommodation following confirmation of their place.
If you have any questions about the application process or attending the Festival, please contact Lydia Bennett, Education Officer.
