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                  - IMPORTANT:  Program requirements for the Junior International Competition for  Virtuoso Entertainment Music have changed - please check the new rules.
 
                  - There 
                    is no limit of numbers of candidates from each country.
 
                  - Candidates 
                    up to 18 years of age are allowed to enter the competition - year 
                    of birth: born 2004 or later.
 
                  - All entrants 
                    are required to provide proof of age and nationality (Passport) when 
                    they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
 
                  - This category 
                    is for ONE (1) performer only.
 
                  - 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 candidate must perform: 
                          
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                          - Own choice program consisting of at least two (2) pieces of different 
                            styles and moods.
 
                          - One (1) of these pieces must be a transcription (arrangement) of a work that is not written for accordion.
 
                          - Playing time: maximum 
                            12 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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