2016 GUIDE TO COMPETITIONS
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51st International Vocal Competition 's-Hertogenbosch |
ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
Sole classical vocal competition in the Netherlands that involves opera and oratorio, as well as art song for singer-pianist duos. Much attention paid to 20th-century and contemporary music. Finals with symphony orchestra. Master classes, media training, feedback from jury members, career development, travel refund possible, accommodation with host families.
MAIN OFFICE
Prins Bernhardstraat 8
5211 HE 's-Hertogenbosch
NETHERLANDS
WEBSITE
http://www.ivc.nu
ELIGIBILITY
The IVC is open to candidates of all nationalities. Singers wishing to take part must have completed conservatory training or have reached an equivalent level of training.
Age limits:
Singers:
Born in 1985 or later (female)
Born in 1982 or later (male)
Pianists in the category Lied Duo:
Born in 1979 or later (applies to all)
All candidates must be at least 18 years of age
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Voice • Lied Duo (singer + pianist) |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | Yes | |
| Frequency | Biennial | |
| Cash prizes | More than €50,000 | |
| Additional prizes | Performances | |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided | |
| Jury size | 6 to 10 | |
| Application deadline | April 26, 2016 | |
| Application notes | Preliminary Rounds:
May 27 to 28, 2016, 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
June 25, 2016, Sulmona, Italy
Auditions also via YouTube/DVD |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Voice (Opera, Oratorio, Lied), September 8 to 17, 2016, Theater aan de Parade, 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands |
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COMPETITION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC?
| ✔ Semifinals | ✔ Semifinals streamed |
| ✔ Finals | ✔ Finals streamed |
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