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Rules and Regulations of The Stars of Summer International Piano and Vocal Competition and Festival in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens

  • Eligibility: The Organizing Committee cordially invites solo and ensemble pianists and singers of ages 5 and above, regardless of nationality, to participate in the 5th Annual The Stars Of Summer International Piano and Vocal Competition. Applicants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian endorse their application.

 

 

  • Entry Categories:

 

  • Piano:
    a. World Composers: A piece from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Modern repertoire.
    b. American Composer: A piece by any American composer from any era.
    c. Italian Composer: A piece by any Italian composer in any style.
    d. Concerto 2024: Anniversary Concerto by A. Peskanov. One movement per application, accompanied by a second piano with omitted orchestral solos. Selected winners will perform with the orchestra at our main event, the Harmony Showcase: A Symphony of Stars, in the Russian Cultural Garden during One World Day on August 25, 2024. Contestants may apply for all three movements in three separate applications.
    e. MusiCats: A piece on the theme of cats by any composer and in any style. f. Ukrainian: A piece by a composer born or living in Ukraine, or a piece on a Ukrainian theme by any composer.
     

  • 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, with the use of microphones and recorded accompaniments.
    c. MusiCats: A piece on the theme of cats by any composer and in any style.

 

  • Application Deadline: All application materials and information must be submitted online by July 31, 2024. Winners will be notified by August 12, 2024.

 

  • Competition Fee: The competition fee is $75.00 for each solo entry and $85.00 for each ensemble entry. The fee for each concerto entrance for one movement is $95.00.

 

  • Award Ceremony and Concert: The award ceremony and the Laureates concert, "Harmony Showcase: A Symphony of Stars," will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024, in the Russian Cultural Garden during One World Day. This concert will feature all the winners of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes, as well as special prizes.

 

  • Additional Fees: There is no additional fee for participating in the "Harmony Showcase: A Symphony of Stars" concerts.

 

  • 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.


For further inquiries, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Warm regards,


The Stars of Summer International Piano and Vocal Competition and Festival

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