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                        - There 
                          is no limit of numbers of candidates from each country.
 
                        - Candidates 
                          up to 32 years of age are allowed to enter the competition - year 
                          of birth: born 1990 or later. 
 
                        - All entrants 
                          are required to provide proof of age and nationality (Passport) when 
                          they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
 
                        - For two (2) to five (5) musicians of any formation, with minimum one accordion (e.g., can be multiple accordions, or accordions 
                          with other instruments).
 
                        - Chamber Music Ensemble competition is for acoustic 
                          instruments (no electronics). All accordions must be acoustic reed 
                          instruments.
 
                        - The competition organizers will not 
                          provide instruments other than a piano tuned to A 442.
 
                        - For 
                          full eligibility, please see General 
                            Information and Conditions.
 
                        - All programs will be checked by the national CIA voting or premier voting member and are subject to approval by the CIA Music Committee.
 
                        - The candidate is responsible for their competition program and obeying the rules.
 
                        - A contestant photo should be sent along with the entry.  Please see this informational page about the requested format for the picture.
 
                        - Competitors must present themselves as artists to an audience; presentation, dress and stagecraft all being important.
 
                       
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                          The Candidates must perform: 
                              
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                              - Own Choice Program of concert music 
                                consisting of at least two (2) pieces with contrasting style.
 
                              - Marking will take into consideration 
                                program choice, level of playing and ensemble work.
 
                              - Playing time: 
                                maximum 20 minutes.
 
                                 
                             
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                                    - Cash Prizes
 
                                    - All 
                                      candidates will receive a Diploma of Participation.
 
                                    - National member associations are requested to offer concerts or a tour for the 1st Prize Winners.
 
                                    - All 
                                      winners must be present in person at the Awards Ceremony in appropriate 
                                      attire suitable for press coverage and publicity appearances. In case 
                                      of absence, the prize may be accepted by a delegate of their country 
                                      or the Diplomas will be mailed by the Secretariat.
 
                                   
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