The Drum Awards

Soundskool presents The Drum Awards 2026, a performance-based competition designed to develop students’ technique, musicality and confidence through structured goals and live opportunities.

We are pleased to announce the return of The Drum Awards 2026, Soundskool’s drum performance competition designed to support students in their musical growth through structured goals and performance opportunities. Following the success of last year’s edition, this competition continues to provide a platform for students to develop their technique, musicality and confidence through both preparation and performance.

Objective

• Encourage consistent practice and goal-setting among drum students

• Provide a clear performance milestone

• Develop confidence through recorded and live performances

• Recognize student progress across different levels

  
  

Competition Structure

The competition will be conducted in two rounds.

1. Video Submission Round

Participants are required to submit a video recording of their performance:

• Prepare one selected solo piece (up to 3 minutes) with a backing track of any genre

• Introduce themselves and the song title at the beginning of the video

• Record in one continuous take (no cuts or editing)

• Ensure clear audio and video quality

• Submit via the official form

• Teacher or School Desk support is allowed

• Selected participants advance to the Grand Finale

2. Grand Finale (Live Performance)

• Live performance in front of an audience

• Evaluation by appointed judge

• Winners selected by age category

  
  

Categories

• 6 to 9 years old

• 10 to 13 years old

• 14 years old and above

  
  

Eligibility

• Open to all Soundskool drum students

• One solo performance per participant

  
  

Prizes & Recognition

• Trophies and certificates for winners

• Certificates of participation for all finalists

  
  

Important Dates

• Video Submission Deadline: 30th April 2026

• Finalists Announced: 4th May 2026

• Grand Finale: 17th May 2026

  
  

Venue: Soundskool Boeung Keng Kang Ti Muoy (1) branch, Phnom Penh

Date: Thursday 30th April 2026 (submission deadline)

Finale: Sunday 17th May 2026

Tickets: Free entry

Click here for more info and to register.