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REGULATIONS FOR ALL NOMINATIONS (SOLOISTS)
The "EUROPE OPEN MUSIC COMPETITION" is held completely online, in such form where the jury views of video recordings of participants' performances. Performers from all over the world are invited to participate in the competition. The competition is held annually, applications are accepted 365 days a year.
TIMETABLE
TIMETABLE
The participant chooses one of the three editions and sends an application.
SPRING EDITION
Accepting applications until April 1st. Announcement of results April 20
SUMMER EDITION
Accepting applications until June 10. Announcement of results July 1
AUTUMN EDITION
Applications are accepted until December 1st. Announcement of results December 20
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMANCE
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMANCE
Piano, symphony orchestra instruments, folk orchestra instruments, brass band instruments.
PROGRAM
The participant performs the program of his choice
and sends only one link of the competitive video performance.
JUNIOR
• I category – born in 2017 and younger up to 3 minutes
• II category – born in 2016 up to 5 minutes
• III category – born in 2015 up to 5 minutes
MIDDLE JUNIOR
• IV category – born in 2014 up to 5 minutes
• V category – born in 2013 up to 6 minutes
• VI category – born in 2012 up to 6 minutes
• VII category – born in 2011 up to 8 minutes
• VIII category – born in 2010 up to 8 minutes
JUNIOR ARTIST
• IX category – born in 2009 up to 10 minutes
• X category – born in 2008 up to 13 minutes
• XI category – born in 2007 up to 13 minutes
• XII category – born in 2006 up to 13 minutes
SENIOR
• XIII category – born in 2004 and younger up to 15 minutes
• XIV category – born in 2002 and younger up to 15 minutes
• XV category – born in 2000 and younger up to 15 minutes
• XVI category – born in 1998 and younger up to 15 minutes
SENIOR ARTIST
• XVII category – born in 1996 and younger up to 15 minutes
• XVIII category – born in 1995 and older up to 15 minutes
VOCAL PERFORMANCE
VOCAL PERFORMANCE
Academic, pop-jazz, folk vocals.
PROGRAM
The participant performs the program of his choice and sends only one link of the competitive video performance.
JUNIOR
• I category – born in 2017 and younger up to 8 minutes
• II category – born in 2016 up to 8 minutes
• III category – born in 2015 up to 8 minutes
MIDDLE JUNIOR
• IV category – born in 2014 up to 8 minutes
• V category – born in 2013 up to 8 minutes
• VI category – born in 2012 up to 8 minutes
• VII category – born in 2011 up to 8 minutes
• VIII category – born in 2010 up to 8 minutes
JUNIOR ARTIST
• IX category – born in 2009 up to 8 minutes
• X category – born in 2008 up to 8 minutes
• XI category – born in 2007 up to 8 minutes
• XII category – born in 2006 up to 8 minutes
SENIOR
• XIII category – born in 2004 and younger up to 10 minutes
• XIV category – born in 2002 and younger up to 10 minutes
• XV category – born in 2000 and younger up to 10 minutes
• XVI category – born in 1998 and younger up to 10 minutes
SENIOR ARTIST
• XVII category – born in 1996 and younger up to 10 minutes
• XVIII category – born in 1995 and older up to 10 minutes
VIDEO - RECORDING
VIDEO - RECORDING
The participant sends only one link of the competitive video performance.
• The video recording must show the instrument, face and hands of the performer,
• It is allowed to record two compositions made at different times (in one file),
• Amateur video format is allowed if all other conditions of the competition are followed,
• To upload a video, upload the video file to YouTube and add the link to application.
* Links to videos on social media are not accepted.
APPLICATION
APPLICATION
The participant submits the following documentation:
• Completed application form,
• Identity document and date of birth,
• Photo for the artistic poster (optional),
• Artistic biography (optional).
FINANCIAL CONDITIONS
FINANCIAL CONDITIONS
The participant pays a fee of 30 euros.
If the contestant wants to receive a diploma with a “wet seal” by postal service, an additional 10 euros must be paid for the entry fee (40 euros altogether).
INTERNATIONAL JURY
INTERNATIONAL JURY
The work of the jury is regulated by the rules. Famous musicians, teachers, conductors and outstanding cultural figures are invited to the jury. If the composition is performed for the premiere, at the request of the jury, it is necessary to send the musical material of this composition in electronic form. The jury’s decision is final and not subject to appeal.
Participants are evaluated based on the average score of the jury members. The number of diplomas of laureates is unlimited.
GOLD AWARD/ LAUREATE FIRST PRIZE is awarded to a participant who scored at least 90 – 100 points.
Participant’s performance level:
Performance level: GRANDE PERFORMER (99 – 100),
Performance level: CONCERT PERFORMER (96 – 98,99),
Performance level: VIRTUOSO PERFORMER (93 – 95,99),
Performance level: EXCELLENT PERFORMER (90 – 92,99).
SILVER AWARD/ LAUREATE SECOND PRIZE is awarded to a participant who scored at least 80 – 89,99 points.
Performance level: EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMER (85 — 89,99),
Performance level: PROMISING PERFORMER (80 — 84,99).
BRONZE AWARD/ LAUREATE THIRD PRIZE is awarded to a participant who scored at least 70 – 79,99 points.
Performance level: PERSPECTIVE PERFORMER
DIPLOMA is awarded to a participant who scored at least 65 – 69,99 points.
DIPLOMAS FOR COMPETITORS
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION AND PORTFOLIO CERTIFICATE FOR TEACHERS
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION AND PORTFOLIO CERTIFICATE FOR TEACHERS
- Certificate for portfolio in electronic form (upon request) teachers, accompanists who need an additional confirmation document can download ON THIS PAGE
- Certificate of Appreciation to teachers in electronic formcan be downloaded ON THIS PAGE
AWARDS
AWARDS
Prize pool totaling $5,000 will be distributed among selected participants WORLD OPEN MUSIC COMPETITION and EUROPE OPEN MUSIC COMPETITION.
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The organizer reserves the right to distribute the prize fund.
ORGANIZER
ORGANIZER
The European Association of Music Educators and Performers & Producer Agency MIR Production, with the support of the Ministries of Culture and Communication, organizes the EUROPE OPEN Music Competition.
The competition is held according to the rules for participants in nominations and the rules of the jury.
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
In case of disagreement between the Organizer and the participant, the rules in English shall be considered competent.
By participating in the contest, contestants automatically waive their rights to material compensation in connection with the publication and distribution of competitive video recordings. By submitting an application for the competition, participants automatically agree to all the conditions from the rules above.
