The Stars of Summer International Vocal & Piano
Competition & Festival
1. Eligibility: The Organizing Committee cordially invites solo and ensemble pianists and singers of ages 5 and above, regardless of nationality, to participate in the 7th Annual The Stars Of Summer International Piano & Vocal Competition. Applicants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian endorse their application. Participants may enter the competition representing a school or as an independent participant
! ENTERING VIDEOS HAVE STRICTLY LIMITED TIME OF 5 MINUTES !
! EXCEPTION: CATEGORY TO BE PERFORMED WITH THE ORCHESTRA !
2. Entry Categories:
Category To be Performed with the Orchestra - no time limitation
2-sections:
A - pieces which are selected by Organization Committee according to the planned concerts in piano and vocal;
- Organization Committee provides the orchestral scores for selected pieces.
- Selected pieces for Vocal and Dance could be presumed to be performed together by Vocalists and Dancers at the concert according to Concerts planning
The list of selected pieces in To Be Performed With the Orchestra 2026:
Piano:
- Piano Concerto No. 12 "Gypsy" by A.Peskanov. One movement per application, accompanied by a second piano with omitted orchestral solos or orchestra midi. Selected winners will have the opportunity to perform with the orchestra at the main event. Contestants may apply for all three movements in three separate applications. https://peskanov.com/piano-concerto-no12-gypsy-digital-sheet-music
-Solo:
Cuckoo Birds
https://peskanov.com/cuckoo-birds-orchestra-score-and-parts peskanov.com
Poigini Greine https://peskanov.com/poigini-greine-orchestra-score-and-parts
Vocal :
Cat's Duet by G.Rossini
Funiculi-Funicula by L.Denza
Everybody Wants to be a Cat by R.& R.Sherman
Could be offered by Organization Committee to perform with orchestra in the Concert.
The midi accompaniment for practicing can be provided by the Competition upon request.
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B- participants choice-
- participants provide the orchestral scores.
It’s solely Organizational Committee’s decision to choose a particular participant to perform in the One World Day concerts.
Participants in any Category could be selected by a judge to perform in the Judge event, including performanse with the orchestra.
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PIANO:
To be performed on one piano by solo, duet or trio in categories:
World Composers: Perform a piece from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Modern repertoire, representing the diverse range of composers from around the world.
American Composer: Showcase a piece by any American composer from any era, celebrating the rich musical heritage of the United States .
Italian Composer: A piece by any Italian composer in any style, capturing the essence of Italian musical heritage.
Ukrainian Composer: A piece by a composer born or living in Ukraine, or a piece on a Ukrainian theme by any composer, reflecting the rich musical tradition of Ukraine.
Tchaikovsky Award: A piece by P.I.Tchaikovsky
MusiCats: A piece on the theme of cats by any composer and in any style, adding a playful and whimsical element to the piano repertoire.
VOCAL:
a. Classical (NO MICROPHONE): Accompaniment options include piano, orchestra, instrumental ensemble, a capella, featuring pieces from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Modern repertoire. Note: For open-air concerts in the Gardens, singers selected for performances must use a microphone.
b. Microphone: Categories include classical cross, pop, jazz, and musical theater, using microphones and recorded accompaniments.
ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE MAY OFFER A VOCALIST(S) PERFORMANSE WITH THE ORCHESTRA.
To be performed with piano or midi accompaniment by solo or group in categories:
World Composers: Perform a piece from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Modern repertoire, representing the diverse range of composers from around the world.
American Composer: Showcase a piece by any American composer from any era, celebrating the rich musical heritage of the United States .
Italian Composer: Present a piece by any Italian composer in any style, capturing the essence of Italian musical heritage.
Ukrainian Composer: A piece by a composer born or living in Ukraine, or a piece on a Ukrainian theme by any composer, reflecting the rich musical tradition of Ukraine.
Tchaikovsky Award: A piece by P.I.Tchaikovsky
MusiCats: A piece on the theme of cats by any composer and in any style, adding a playful and whimsical element to the vocal repertoire.
3. Application Deadline: All application materials and information must be submitted online by July 30 at 12 pm (noon)
4. Competition Fee:
Piano and Vocal.
$80.00 for each solo entry;
$55.00 for each participant for each ensemble entry (e.g. Duet $110.00; Trio $165.00).
With orchestra:
$150.00 for each concerto entrance for one movement;
$150.00 for each solo with orchestra entry;
$ 85.00 for each participant for each ensemble with orchestra entry (e.g. Duet $170.00; Trio $255.00).
Please note: all application fees are non-refundable EXEPT videos not accepted for processing by Committee because of:
a -edited video;'
b-unacceptable for public moral
5. Awards will be presented during the Laureates Concerts: "Harmony Showcase: A Symphony of Stars," will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens during One World Day Festival. This concert will feature all the winners of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes, in any categories.
6. Additional Fees: There is no additional fee for participating in the "Harmony Showcase: A Symphony of Stars" concerts.
7. Early Submissions: Participants are encouraged to submit their entries as soon as possible.
We look forward to welcoming talented musicians from around the world to showcase their skills and celebrate the universal language of music at The Stars of Summer International Piano and Vocal Competition and Festival.
8. Photo and Video Materials: The Stars of Summer 2026 reserves the right to use any photo or video recording of the participants performance during the competition and the Laureates’ concert for promotional purposes
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Warm regards,
The Stars of Summer International Piano & Vocal Competition and Festival