Penang Arts Council is proud to sponsor the Malaysia Preliminary Round of the 21st Zhongsin International Music Competition (新加坡中新国际音乐比赛), where young musicians compete for a place in the international final in Singapore.
The competition brings together talented young musicians in four categories: piano, string instruments, Chinese folk instruments and vocal. Organised by Distinction Music Centre (DMC), the Malaysia round is hosted by the School of the Arts at Universiti Sains Malaysia. Musicians can enter the live round in Penang or an online round; registration closed on 31 October for the live round and 11 November 2026 for the online round.
PAC members are entitled to a 15% discount on tickets. Members can contact us for details.