VII International Music Festival
WINTER MOSCOW / RUSSIA
Competition for Soloists, Ensembles and Choirs

An international competition supported by the 7th International Music Festival (Bursa, Turkey). Open to participants of all ages and countries. Online and in-person formats available.
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About the Competition
The competition takes place in both online and in-person formats. Participants must perform two contrasting pieces. Original compositions are allowed. A special prize is awarded for the best original work.
  • Support for talented children and educators
  • Introduction to cultures of different countries
  • Creative exchange of experience
  • Revival of family music-making traditions
Competition Nominations
Participants may apply in one or more categories. Ensembles pay a single fee regardless of the number of members.
  • Piano
  • Synthesizer
  • Folk Instruments
  • National Instruments
  • Wind & Percussion
  • Strings
  • Choral Singing
  • Vocals (Pop, Folk, Academic)
  • General Piano
  • Ensembles
Age Categories & Groups
*For mixed-age ensembles, up to 15% of participants may be older than the specified group limit.*
Rules & Video Requirements
⚠️Important: Incomplete applications or videos with restricted access will NOT be reviewed. The organizational fee is non-refundable.
  • Program:
    Two contrasting pieces. Live performance only. No playback or editing is allowed.
  • Video Requirements:
    Horizontal format. Concert costume. The performer's hands and face must be visible. The recording must be made on or after January 1, 2026.
  • Upload:
    Upload your video to Google Drive, Yandex.Disk, or Mail.ru Cloud. The link must be open for viewing without access request.
Participation Fee
For an ensemble or group — a single fee of 15,000 ₽ per category/nomination. For holders of a discount certificate — 10,000 ₽.
Payment is made via cashless transfer using a payment slip or QR code. Proof of payment must be attached to the application.
Per category/nomination (in-person participation)
15 000 ₽
Per category/nomination (in-person participation + discount certificate)
10 000 ₽
Per category/nomination (remote/online participation)
3 000 ₽
Per category/nomination (remote/online participation + discount certificate)
2 000 ₽
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The Jury
The jury consists of renowned musicians, laureates of international competitions, and professors from leading conservatories and specialized music schools in Russia and abroad.
  • Vera Borisovna Nosina
    Professor at the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music
    • Professor at the Department of Special Piano, Gnesin Russian Academy of Music
    • Honored Art Worker of the Russian Federation
    • Honored Culture Worker of Kyrgyzstan
    • Laureate of International Competitions
  • Olga Lvovna Kosiborod
    Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences (PhD in Education)
    Associate Professor
    • Honorary Member of the Russian Academy of Arts
    • Honored Worker of Culture of the City of Moscow
  • Elena Cekic
    Founder of the Elena Cekic Academy of Music
    • Laureate of International Competitions (3rd Prize at the Smetana Competition)
    • Founder of the International Festival "Genç Yıldızlar"
    • Active promoter of the traditions of the Russian piano school abroad
  • Mikhail Pyankov
    Teacher
    • Gnesin Russian Academy of Music
    • Laureate of International and All-Russian Competitions
Award Ceremony / Prize Giving
  • Grand Prix
  • Diploma Holder I, II, III Degree
  • Laureate I, II, III Degree
  • Participant Diploma
Application Form
Электронная почта
ФИО участника
Контактный телефон
Номинация
Название произведений
ФИО преподавателя (при наличии)
Ссылка на видео (Google Drive / Yandex.Disk)
Payment receipt
Квитанция об оплате
gift certificate (if applicable)
Подарочный сертификат при наличии
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Contacts & Details
Public Offer Agreement: Download
Payment Details:
Phone:
+90 534 217 06 45
+7 905 764 4227
Email: wmfestival26@gmail.com
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