It can be difficult for young talents to make themselves known. To give the opportunity to express themselves, different vocal competitions will be held in 2023 and 2024. With their help, people of different ages can express themselves, compete with other performers and try to find themselves.
All-Russian
Dozens of competitions are held every year for artists of different levels. Conventionally, contests are divided into:
- amateur;
- professional;
- television.
For lovers there are city events.For example, vocal competitions in 2023-2024 in the city of Krasnoyarsk: more than 10 competitions in which children, teenagers and adults can participate. Participation fee - from 1 to 10 thousand rubles. A commission of judges evaluates vocal data. Performances and results are published on Youtube channels, event websites. Winners receive diplomas.
Participants of television projects get great fame. Artists and producers work with them, and the most promising ones are promoted further.
Galina Vishnevskaya Competition
A large-scale event for all opera artists. Only opera professionals are allowed to participate. At the heart of it is to give young talents the opportunity to show themselves and get offers in their field.
Among the founders: Ministry of Culture, Center for Opera Singing, Department of Culture of Moscow. Girls from 21 to 30 years old can take part, youth age - 22-32 inclusive.
The competition is held in 2 stages: first, online auditions, then face-to-face performances. Evaluation of works takes place publicly. Only opera works.
Applications deadline: January 9th. From January 9 to May 15, 2024, the qualifying stage takes place. The jury listens to the video materials, and on the 10th it starts.
The cost of participation is 2,000 rubles. Everyone who made it to the first round must transfer money by bank receipt or in person at the Opera Singing Center. For the duration of the event, a hotel room, breakfast, rehearsal rooms and visas for foreign participants are paid.
" Masterpieces of Russian Music"
Traditional event takes place every year. Graduates of music schools, professionals and teachers can take part. Age - up to 45 years.
Prize fund - 450,000 rubles. All participants are en titled to special prizes from charitable foundations, the Russian Academy of Music.
Many members became famous performers and started solo work or were invited to opera houses.
Applications: until October 15, 2023.
Golden Voice Vocal Festival
The event is hosted by the Russian Vocal Academy. Participants from all over the country can compete online or in person. Rather, it belongs to the amateur: the requirements for participation are low, and the prizes suggest further acquaintance with creative people.
In-person acceptance of applications - until April 27, 2023. Online - until April 15.
The main prize is an author's hit. The best participants are sent to star in the show "Battle for Popularity" . They give the opportunity to study at the Ostankino Academy for free. Judges and juries help build portfolios. There are no separate children's nominations.
All participants will receive letters of thanks, cups, certificates and medals. Regardless of the place taken, some kind of prize will definitely be provided. Additionally, they hold a win-win lottery with a prize fund of 500,000 rubles.
" Sing in the shower"
Annual event for amateurs and professionals. A large online and offline project through which you can get on TV.
The application deadline is March 30, 2024. The new season opens from December 2023.
One of the main prizes is the promotion of all musicians who win prizes. The best songs are collected into playlists to be published later on the website, Youtube channel and radio.
One of the few vocal competitions for children in 2023-2024 that has remained afloat.
International
International vocal competitions and festivals in 2023 and 2024 are half closed. Russians will only be able to participate in online events. Almost no one is invited to face-to-face auditions, so you should pay attention to the world competitions that are being held.
World Music Heritage 2024
The World Music Heritage will take place within the framework of the festival. Participants pass through the following nominations: solo singing, chamber singing, duet, the art of an accompanist and instrumental performances.
The jury consists of artists, teachers and the best vocalists in the world. In the future, all participants get the opportunity to work with the most experienced teachers and vocalists.
Cost of participation: 5,500 - 8,500 rubles.
The peculiarity of the festival is the opportunity to take part in all events. Contestants can not only perform on stage, but also take master classes, listen to lectures and attend creative meetings.
International vocal competition "Voices of Costa Brava"
One of the most important international events that you can also attend. Vocalists from different countries are allowed. Nominations are divided by genre:
- academic vocals;
- jazz vocals;
- rock and rap;
- folk songs (including choral songs);
- pop vocals;
- musicals.
For participation you need to pay a fee - from 300 euros per day. Includes accommodation, meals, flights, competition review, awards concert and the opportunity to win prizes.
During the festival, various activities will take place: from a jousting tournament to excursions.
Dozens of different competitions are held annually for vocalists, ensembles and creative teams. There are amateur competitions - people from all over the country who have not yet shone in the musical field participate in them. Professional events are a completely different level. Especially on the international stage. For everyone who wants to express themselves - this is a real chance to be heard.
