Director: Natalia Kazlova Contest - festival objectives: Art-development of an individual; Establishment for the conditions for creative communication and professional growth; Strengthening of the connections and mutual understanding of the participants from different countries; Facilitation of the experience exchange of the team-leaders, expanding the festival participants audience; Involvement of the leading cultural experts and prominent European artists in collaboration with creative teams; Introduction to the cultural heritage of Italy; Preservation and enhancement of the World Cultural and historical heritage. Categories: The professional category - professional performers, students of the specialized educational institutions (children’s music schools, art schools, colleges, specialized schools, institutes, conservatories, academies). The amateur category - amateur performers (children’s cultural centers, schools, art-clubs, etc.). Nominations: 1.Vocal: 1.1 Pop vocal (solo, duets, groups); 1.2 Folk songs (solo, duets, groups); 1.3 Academic vocals (solo, duets, groups); 1.4 Folklore groups; 1.5 Choirs; 1.6 Nomination “Debut” (performance which is being presented on a stage for the first time); 1.7 Music video; 1.8 Rock; 1.9 Jazz. 2.Choreography: 2.1. Folk dance (folk stage, dances of the nations of the world, folk-stylized dance); 2.2. Classical dance (academic classical dance); 2.3. Ballroom dance (Latin and standard dances); 2.4. Modern choreography (jazz, modern, contemporary); 2.5. Sport dance (r&b, street jazz, hip-hop, soul...); 2.6. Pop dance (including rock ‘n’ roll, cabaret, variety show, Charleston, retro, folk stylization); 2.7. Nomination “Debut” (performance which is being presented on a stage for the first time) in any choreographic style; 2.8. Show based on a ballet program; 2.9. Latin show (solo, duets, groups); 2.10. Children’s dance. 3.Instrumental music: 3.1. Pianos (for groups from 10 people); 3.2. String and plucked instruments (solo, minor forms); 3.3. Wind instruments (solo, minor forms); 3.4. Percussion instruments (solo, minor forms); 3.5. Folk instruments (solo, minor forms); 3.6. Orchestras and ensembles; 3.7. Nomination “Debut” (performance which is being presented on a stage for the first time). 4. Composer’s work: 4.1. The composer - for children; 4.2 Pop and jazz music (instrumental, vocal-instrumental, ensemble music, orchestral music); 4.3. Chamber (instrumental, vocal-instrumental); 4.4. Choir music (instrumental accompaniment, or аcapella); 4.5. Symphonic music (instrumental, vocal-instrumental); 4.6. Nomination “Debut” (performance which is being presented on a stage for the first time). 5.Folk art. 6. Original genre: circus and sports programs 7. Fashion theatre. 8.Theatre Age categories: I. Junior Age Group: 1. Subgroup up to 7 years; 2. Subgroup 8–10 years; II. Middle Age Group (11–15 years): 3. Subgroup 11–13 years; 4. Subgroup 14–15 years; III. Senior Age Group (16–20 years): 5. Subgroup 16–17 years; 6. Subgroup 18–20 years; IV. Senior Age Group (21 years and older); V. Professional Age Group (21 years and older); Mixed Age Group. Evaluation criteria: Vocal Soloists, duets, and trios present one piece with a total duration of up to 3 minutes. Small ensembles, groups, and choirs present two contrasting pieces with a total duration of up to 6 minutes. Grading criteria: Vocal predispositions (the temper beauty and the power of voice); The coherence of the repertoire to the performance capabilities and age category of the performer; Performance skills (the clarity of the intonation and the quality of sound); Stage performance (plasticity, performance culture, props); Musicality, artistic interpretation of a musical work; Disclosure of the artistic image. Choreography Soloists, duets, trios, and quartets present one piece with a total duration of up to 4 minutes. Small groups (5-9 participants) and ensembles present two contrasting pieces with a total duration of up to 7 minutes. Grading criteria: Art skills; Performance technique; Compositions of the performance; Repertoire matching age characteristics of the performers; Stage of performance (calisthenics, costume, requisite, performance); Coherence of the musical material and choreography; Artistry, the disclosure of an artistic image. Instrumental music Soloists, duets, trios present a composition with a duration lasts up to 4 minutes. Minor forms, groups (ensembles), orchestras present a composition (1-2) with a duration lasts up to 7 minutes. Grading criteria: Performance mastery (the instrumental skills; the sound quality, the technique, the rhythm); Complexity of the repertoire; Artistry (the costume, the art of the performance); Coherence, the sound of the orchestra (for orchestras and ensembles). Theatre Participants demonstrate the play (or a piece) with a duration up to 10 minutes. Grading criteria: Performers’ artistry; Performers’ mastery; Correspondence of the repertoire to the age of performers; Culture of the performance; Musical accompaniment; The originality of the costumes. Technical requirements: Phonograms (minus) must be sent by e-mail no later than 20 days before the start of the competition in a lossless compression format, such as FLAC, WAV, or MP3. The name of each file must contain only Latin letters. Information to be specified: the name of the team or the name and surname of the performer, as well as the name of the performance. Attention! You must have a backup copy of the phonogram on a flash drive. It is not allowed to perform under the phonogram + and duplicate the melody in the accompaniment (double track). It is allowed to use phonograms with recorded BACKING vocals (except for backing vocals that duplicate the main melody!). The organizers provide an electronic piano with the functions of a full-fledged piano. General regulation: The Organizing Committee prepares and arranges the festival. The Organizing Committee approves the composition of the jury. Participants of the festival have the right to advertise their sponsors. To do this, participants electronically send the sponsor's logo (if available), the company name, and the full name of the director (in advance). The Organizing Committee reserves the right to change the program of the day. The Organizing Committee has the right to use and distribute (without paying a fee to the participants) video recordings, printed and other types of products produced during the events of the festival competition and following its results. Video shooting of the contest by participants and their accompanying persons is possible only if they have accreditation! (Penalty for non-compliance 150 Euro). Video shooting of workshops is prohibited! Video shooting on a mobile phone is allowed strictly from your seat (sitting), without moving around the hall during the performances of the participants. The Organizing Committee undertakes to send the exact program no later than 5 days before the start of the Festival - Competition. Contest participants: creative groups and soloists (duets, trios) at the age of 4 years, without age restrictions, can take part in the competition. Jury: The jury, responsible for making decisions regarding the awarding of prizes, will consist of prominent figures in the culture of Europe and the participating countries of the festival. Scores are given on a 10-point scale. The jury's decision is confirmed and documented in a protocol, and it is final and non-appealable. Awards: The jury determines the winners by awarding the following diplomas to the participants of the festival: Grand Prix in each category (it is possible to award 2 or more Grand Prix in the same category, considering different classifications; for instance, if the jury decides to award both a group and a soloist); 1st, 2nd, 3rd-degree laureate; Diploma Winner of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degrees; The most talented participants will be offered assistance in gaining admission to a choreographic or musical conservatory/academy in the Czech Republic; Groups of 5 or more participants receive a trophy (one per group, regardless of the number of age categories or nominations submitted), while soloists and small groups are awarded commemorative medals; Managers and concertmasters are awarded diplomas (subject to personal attendance at the Festival). THE RESULTS OF THE COMPETITION ARE CLOSED BEFORE THE AWARD CEREMONY AND WILL NOT BE PREVIOUSLY DISCLOSED. Special awards: Diploma to the youngest participant; Diploma for the best costume; Diploma for the best ballet master's work; Diploma for the best choreographic performance; Diploma for the originality of the interpretation of the work; Diploma for the best classical performance; Diploma for the best performance of folk; Diploma for virtuosity; Diploma for artistry; Diploma for the preservation and enhancement of national traditions; Diploma in honor of the birthday. Registration of participation: Each participant of the Festival (collective or soloist) submits a completed application. By sending a completed application the leader (soloist) automatically confirms that he has read this Regulation of the Festival and agrees with all the points. In response to the application and confirmation of receipt of the documents of intent, the Organizing Committee sends an invoice in the amount of 70% of the main cost of the selected package (this amount includes a non-refundable registration fee of 50 Euro per person). This amount is considered as the deposit and will be taken into account in the calculations. After paying the bill, we will send an official invitation to participate in the festival and a confirmation of the reservation at the hotel for submission to the consulate. The rest of the amount must be paid at least 3 weeks before your arrival. The festival fee is paid on site. Attention! All bank expenses are to be paid by the participant! If the embassy refuses to grant entry visas to the participants, the Organizing Committee is not economically responsible. In case of cancellation of the application by the participants (for any reason), the paid fees are subject to the following penalties: Non-refundable registration fee of 50 euros (paid by both participants and accompanying persons) Cancellation 45–31 days prior - penalty of 75% of the total paid amount Cancellation 30–20 days prior - penalty of 90% of the total paid amount Cancellation 21 days or less prior - penalty of 100% of the total paid amount The organizers are not responsible for any possible damage that the participants may cause during the participation in the Festival Competition. The organizers prepare the texts for diplomas, certificates, and letters of thanks and send them to the participants for approval in advance. In case of non-confirmation by the participants, or confirmation with errors, the organizers do not alter the above material and are not responsible for incorrectly transmitted information for diplomas by the participants. If you want to change the information in the documents, you have to pay 5 Euro for 1 document. An individual payment should be discussed with the organizing committee. The participants of the festival prepare a competitive program corresponding to the declared nomination. If there is a need for a transfer, declare it no later than 15 days before arrival. The approximate cost of transfer under the program depends on the number of participants. In case of cancellation of the booked transfer: Cancellation in 5 days or less - a fine of 10 % of the cost is deducted Cancellation within 48 hours - a fine of 100% of the cost is deducted Participation fee: 320 Euro per person - 5 HB (breakfast and dinner) Hotel Madison*** (Hotel Club*** and Hotel Glamour****: upon request), Resort Town of Gabicce Mare (accommodation for 3–4 people per room) Supplement for double occupancy: €35 per person 425 Euro per person - 7 HB (breakfast and dinner) Hotel Madison*** (Hotel Club*** and Hotel Glamour****: upon request), Resort Town of Gabicce Mare (accommodation for 3–4 people per room) Supplement for double occupancy: €50 per person For groups of 25 people or more, 1 leader participates for free (24+1). Atention! Starting from age 12, an additional city tax of €2.50 per night is charged at the hotel reception. Festival fee: Soloists - €85 Duets - €50 per participant per category Trios, quartets - €45 per participant per category Small groups (5-7 participants) - €25 per participant per category Large groups (8+ participants) - €15 per participant per category Model/Photo Model/Runway Nomination - €120 Participation fee includes: Accommodation + breakfasts and dinners (arrival day includes dinner only, departure day includes breakfast only) One free place for a leader per 25 participants Trophies for groups; medals for soloists, duets, trios, and quartets Registration fee Preparation of all necessary documents. The festival organizing committee reserves the right to make changes to the competition schedule by day. Responsibility for the life and health of children during the festival lies with the group leaders; for individual participants, it is the responsibility of their parents. Attention! In case of cancellation of excursions by participants, no refunds will be given. If departure is delayed by more than 15 minutes, the ordered transport will be canceled without refund. Additional fees: City Tax: €2-2.5 per person per night for guests aged 12 and older, paid at the hotel reception upon arrival. Transportation Services: Available upon request. Optional Excursions: Paid separately. Parking Fees: Groups traveling with their own transport must cover parking costs at hotels and in the city. Extended Stay: Longer stays can be arranged upon request; pricing provided individually. Room Upgrades: Single or double rooms, as well as higher-category hotels, are available for an additional fee (upon request). Headsets for Excursions: €3 per person per excursion. The program can be adjusted upon prior agreement. Groups requiring transport during the festival must submit a written request in advance. Program: Day 1 Arrival at 16:00 - Registration and accommodation for festival participants and guests in the hotel. Rest by the sea. Dinner. Day 2 Breakfast. Meeting with the festival organizers and consultations. Rest by the sea (Atention: Sunbeds and umbrellas are not included in the price. A free public beach is available in the city). Dinner. Day 3 Breakfast. Rehearsal. Competition program in concert format (held on an open-air stage in the city center). Official awarding ceremony with diplomas and prizes. Dinner. Day 4 Breakfast. Rest by the sea. Optional Excursion: San Marino (€45 per person). (Atention: Excursion prices are valid for groups of 40+ participants.) Dinner. Day 5 Breakfast. Rest by the sea. Free time in the city. Optional Excursion: Italy in Miniature Park (includes park entry and attractions, €50 per person). Dinner. Day 6 Breakfast. Rest by the sea. Free time in the city. Dinner. Day 7 Breakfast. Check-out from the hotel by 10:00. Departure. WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU AT OUR FESTIVAL! Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee to EAFF, which is to be deducted at the final payment.