Regulations
The competition will be held in two rounds: a preliminary round - with the submission of video files and a final round - with a live performance in front of a jury.
Preliminary round
Participants are invited to visit and fill out the application form, which is located on the "FREE REGISTRATION" page of the official website of the International Competition "Sofia Classic".
The participant must send one or two links to a video of one or two of his performances, the total duration of which must not exceed the limit for his category. The link must be generated from a popular video platform such as YouTube, Vimeo or another.
The repertoire must include works from the repertoire from the Baroque to the music of the 20th century, including a work by a Bulgarian composer.
Video recordings may include piano, orchestra, chamber ensemble accompaniment.
Videos must have been recorded within 18 months of the competition deadline.
It is recommended that participants submit videos of the highest possible quality in order to accurately represent their performances.
Final Round (INVITATION AND APPLICATION)
Based on the performance of the participants in the preliminary round, the competition jury nominates finalists who will be eligible to proceed to the final stage.
Finalists will receive invitations by email outlining the application process for the final round. (We recommend checking your email regularly, including your spam folder)
Finalists must use the link included in the invitation email to finalize the steps for participation in the competition final and transfer 50 euros to the account of the competition organizers using the methods specified in the invitation.
Age categories and duration of performance 1. Born in 2019 and younger – maximum 10 minutes 2. Born in 2018/2017 – maximum 10 minutes 3. Born in 2016/2015 – maximum 10 minutes 4. Born in 2014/2013 – maximum 15 minutes 5. Born in 2012/2011 – maximum 15 minutes 6. Born in 2010/2009 – maximum 20 minutes 7. Born in 2008/2007 – maximum 20 minutes