International Multigenre Festival-Competition "MUSIC OF CATALONIA"

The festival is held in Spain, on the famous Costa Brava coast. This festival is a true marathon of various forms of creativity and art. The International Festival-Competition "Music of Catalonia" is a cultural event showcasing creative achievements, where all participants and guests can shine with their art, talents, and skills.

Dates: April 25–29, 2025
Location: Barcelona, Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava

Goals and Objectives of the Festival-Competition:

To promote interaction among creative groups
To strengthen and develop international cultural relations
To encourage exchange of artistic experiences
To present the best achievements and popularize the cultural traditions of the participating countries
To introduce participants to the culture and art of Spain
To discover new talents

Festival-Competition Location:

The main square in front of the City Hall of Lloret de Mar. A huge open-air stage, professional sound and lighting, and an audience area for 1,000 spectators

FESTIVAL-COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Choreographic Art (groups, ensembles, soloists):

Folk dance
Stylized folk dance
Modern dance / jazz, jazz-modern, modern, contemporary, street dance (hip-hop, house dance)
Pop dance
Ballroom choreography
Classical choreography
Social dances (bachata, salsa, merengue, reggaeton, etc.)
Mixed styles

Vocal Art (choirs, duets, trios, quartets, soloists):

Pop vocals
Church choirs
Jazz vocals
Folk vocals (including folklore)
Choral groups in academic and folk style
Vocal ensembles in academic and folk style
Pop vocal ensembles

Instrumental Genre (pop, symphonic, string, chamber, folk instruments):

Musical ensembles
Instrumental solo performers

Theatrical Art: Musical theatres (musicals, ballet, opera), dance theatres, plastic and pantomime theatres, fashion theatres, experimental genres.

Circus Art: Floor gymnastics, acrobatics, balancing acts, clowning, original genres.

Decorative and Applied Arts

Photography and Video Art, Design

Participants:

AGE CATEGORIES

Junior – up to 9 years old
Middle – 10 to 13 years old
Senior – 14 to 16 years old
Youth – 17 to 22 years old
Adults – 23 years and older
Mixed groups

GROUP SIZE (for all categories)

Solo (1 participant)
Duet or pair (2 participants)
Small group (3–5 participants)
Formation or ensemble (6 or more participants)
Choir – from 10 people
Chamber orchestra

There is no limit to the number of participants in a group.

General Rules:

a) The Organizing Committee may adjust age categories depending on applications received.
b) The order of performances is determined by the Organizing Committee.
c) The exact age of solo performers is determined at the time of the competition.
d) Age groups are based on the average age of participants (a deviation of up to 30% is allowed).
e) Group leaders are fully responsible for their members during festival activities and free time.
f) The Organizing Committee reserves the right to use audio/video recordings, printed and other materials produced during the festival.

Technical Requirements:

Soundtracks must be sent to the Organizing Committee in advance. It is also recommended to bring the tracks on multiple USB flash drives (mp3 format) in high sound quality.

Each file must be labeled with the name of the group (or the soloist’s last name) and the title of the composition.

The group leader is responsible for the quality and safety of the soundtracks.

All participants will receive internationally recognized diplomas.

Group leaders and sponsors will receive official letters of appreciation from the Organizing Committee.

AWARDS AND WINNER SELECTION

A point-based evaluation system will be used — regardless of the number of participants in any category, each will be judged by the jury solely on the quality of performance. Duplicate prizes are allowed if the scores are the same.

FESTIVAL JURY

The composition of the international jury is determined by the Organizing Committee. The jury evaluates the performances in a closed vote using a 10-point system, where the main criterion is artistic and technical excellence.