ELIGIBLE STYLES INCLUDE:
• classical music
• pop and entertainment music
• jazz and blues
• folk and traditional music
• contemporary instrumental music
• experimental music
• original compositions
• cross-genre and hybrid forms
INSTRUMENTS AND ENSEMBLES:
• piano
• string instruments (violin, viola, cello, etc.)
• wind instruments
• guitar
• folk instruments
• other instruments upon approval of the organizing committee
PARTICIPATION FORMATS:
• solo performers
• instrumental ensembles
• chamber ensembles
• other formats upon approval of the organizing committee
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
• All performances must be live
• Duration — up to 3.5 minutes
• The repertoire must correspond to the performer’s age and skill level
• Props are allowed under the condition that:
○ they are safe
○ setup and removal do not exceed 30 seconds
EVALUATION CRITERIA (INSTRUMENTAL CATEGORY)
• technical mastery
• musicality and expressiveness
• interpretation and stylistic understanding
• stage presence
• complexity and appropriateness of repertoire
• ensemble cohesion (for groups)
• overall artistic impression
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• The program must be prepared in advance and match the declared category
• The organizers reserve the right to reject an application if it does not meet the format requirements