November 2025 Monthly Newsletter
Stay up to date with the Soundskool monthly newsletter—featuring the latest school news, upcoming competitions, concerts, and more.
Read on to see what's coming in November.
Soundskool Partners with AWEN and CamWEN 2025
Soundskool is honored to partner with the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network (AWEN) and the Pinnacle Entrepreneurs Forum 2025, an inspiring initiative that celebrates women’s leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship across ASEAN.
We’re proud that select Soundskool students will perform live at the event, sharing their talent as part of this regional platform that empowers women and youth alike.
Learn more here
Introducing The Drum Awards—Soundskool’s New Drum Performance Competition
Soundskool proudly introduces The Drum Awards, a brand-new competition celebrating our talented drummers across three age categories (6–9, 10–13, 14+).
Students will first submit a short solo performance video (max 3 minutes, with backing track) by 26th November, 2025. Finalists will perform live on stage at Hard Rock Café during Soundskool Day on 14th December, 2025—in front of judges, parents, and fellow young musicians.
Winners will receive trophies, prizes, and certificates, while all finalists will gain valuable stage experience and recognition.
Read the full announcement here
Last Call—Soundskool Music Scholarship Applications Closing Soon
Don’t miss your chance to join the Soundskool Music Scholarship Program 2026—offering full scholarships for piano, violin, drums, and vocals!
This program gives young Khmer students access to quality music education, certified RSL exams, and opportunities to perform and grow through real musical experiences.
***Deadline: 15th November, 2025—just 3 days left!
If you know a passionate young musician aged 8–17, encourage them to apply today.
Send your applications here
More on the scholarship here
European Music Cultures 2025 – Part II Returns
Following its successful debut earlier this year, the European Music Cultures concert series returns for its second edition — Piano Music in European Salons — taking place from 14–16 November 2025 at Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh.
Soundskool and The Piano Shop Cambodia are proud to take part in this three-day celebration that brings together the elegance of European salon music with performances by renowned pianists:
- Tony Yang (Nov 14 – Grand Opening)
- Giovanni De Cecco (Nov 15 – The Bach’s & Rossini)
- Dimitri Malignan (Nov 16 – Grand Finale)
Each concert will be preceded by a pre-concert talk by Prof. Dr. Monika Hennemann, offering insights into the historical and cultural context of the works performed.
Experience the beauty, history, and artistry of European piano traditions in one unforgettable weekend.
Full program & details here
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