Golden Voices of Barcelona - contest of choirs

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*This contest invites for the participation:Choirs and Vocal Ensembles*

Spain, Barcelona – Costa Brava

2027

July 08 — 12

2028

July 09 — 13

The international contest of choirs “GOLDEN VOICES OF BARCELONA” – is a remarkable opportunity for both professional and amateur, non-profit choirs.

Not only will they participate in a one-of-a-kind international festival-contest, but they will also get the chance to perform in friendly concerts and a gala concert in the main square city.

The winning choir will be given a once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform in the heart of Barcelona, either in the iconic Crypt of Sagrada Familia by Gaudí, or the Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi in the Gothic old city blocks, or La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia.

“Fiestalonia” – is an official sponsor of the Basílica de la Sagrada Família. Certificate of sponsorship

⚠️ We give our priority to learning and sharing experiences. At this contest a big attention is paid to the educational program. The event includes master classes, workshops. Teachers who have completed the master classes receive a certificate.

Would you like to participate in a contest of choirs but don’t have the means to do so? Then hurry to search for sponsors in your region. Such an opportunity may only come once in a lifetime.

The combination of the festival with the competition gives an opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of celebration and music including choirs wishing to perform outside the contest viewing. This is a significant event for choirs combined with an excellent opportunity to relax on the beautiful coast of the Mediterranean under the tender rays of the Spanish sun, visit Girona, Barcelona, visit the Monastery of Montserrat, the French town of Carcassonne or theatre-museum of Salvador Dali in Figueras.

The event is held to promote the art of choral and vocal singing, organ music, as well as to develop creative links between vocal ensembles and choirs of countries, to expand the repertoire of choral groups, creating new choral contacts and exchange of experience. The contestants are evaluated by a professional international jury according to expert evaluation criteria.

As an organiser of international choral festivals and competitions, Fiestalonia appeared as a result of our enthusiastic work, constant search for new ideas and the desire to replace the traditional festivals with more perfect and comfortable ones.
The exceptionally high quality of the festivals is guaranteed by the promise given by the team of Fiestalonia.

Our company is strong thanks to our employees, each of whom is a highly qualified professional and a positive person. We create our festivals as stunning and emotionally charged events that invariably remain in memory as the most vivid life impressions.

We realise that, as a flagship of the industry of organisation of festival events, we have the opportunity to influence the established models of festivals through the introduction of the highest standards and innovations. We focus on quality, we think it is the most important and intrinsic value. We have achieved the position that Fiestalonia festivals personify the refinement embodying the best traditions of international cultural meetings.

All of our programs consist of two parts:

1. Participation in the competition and festival
2. Participation in the Festival without competing in the competition*.

* For those who don’t want to participate in the competitive program, but wish to participate in the festival. They will still participate in the other festival activities including: joint rehearsals, workshops and master classes, where they receive advice and an official certificate from the renowned international experts during a brief discussion in an open and friendly atmosphere. Non competing participants will also perform at international friendship concerts combining different kinds of art.
Communication with other participants, an open exchange of experience as well as a lot of master classes with internationally recognized experts, will certainly bring you to a whole new level of creativity!

6 reasons why you need participate in contest of choirs

Competition jury and master classes

Bernardo Latini

Composer · Choir conductor · Educator

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Bernardo Latini. A significant portion of his time is devoted to writing music, with a special focus on choral compositions, whether a cappella or combined with orchestra or ensemble.

Teaching also plays a vital role in Bernardo’s activities. He is a faculty member at the National University of La Plata (UNLP) in Argentina and regularly conducts courses and workshops in Latin America and Europe.
Bernardo pursued studies in Composition and Choral Conducting at the Faculty of Arts of UNLP. He further refined his skills in Composition under the guidance of Maestro Bernat Vivancos at the Escola Superior de Música (ESMUC) in Barcelona, Catalonia, and in Choral Conducting with Maestro Marco Berrini in Milan, Italy.
His compositions and arrangements have received 16 awards in National and International Choral Composition or Arrangement Competitions, and his works have been published by prestigious publishers in Germany, Austria, Catalonia, the United States, and Argentina.

Dr. Mgr. Lucia Bérešová

Choir conductor and musician

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Dr. Mgr. Lucia Bérešová

Born in Poprad, Slovakia, Dr. Mgr. Lucia Bérešová began her career as a choir conductor at the age of 14. She graduated from the University of Prešov, completed postgraduate studies at the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, Poland, and earned a Doctorate in Orchestral and Choral Conducting from the Academy of Music in Kraków. She also completed the Conducting 21C program at The Eric Ericson International Choral Centre in Stockholm and studied with renowned conductors including Lone Larsen and André de Quadros.

Throughout her career, she has collaborated with numerous choirs across Europe and beyond, served as a jury member at international choral competitions, and presented workshops and lectures at major international events, including the World Symposium on Choral Music and the World Choral EXPO.

She currently conducts several choirs, including ResonArt Vocal Ensemble, Agrupació Coral La Concòrdia – Santa Helena de Cabrils, Cor Polifònic Sagrada Família, Orfeó Joventut Terrassenca, Cor de la Creu Roja de Barcelona, JazzCor Terrassa, Coral Veus Clares, and Singfonia.

She is also a co-founder and conductor of the Revoice International Vocal Ensemble, co-leader of the Common Ground Voices project, co-creator of the interdisciplinary project Tothom, and a member of the technical team of the Catalan Federation of Choral Entities (FCEC).

Cláudia Dubé Oranías

Choir conductor and musician

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Clàudia Dubé Oranías

Clàudia Dubé Oranías is an orchestra and choir conductor trained in Barcelona, Huelva, Rome, Madrid, Asunción, and Vienna under the mentorship of internationally renowned conductor Gerardo Estrada Martínez.

She has conducted the National Symphony Orchestra of Paraguay, the Wiener Possymphonie Orchestra in Vienna, and the Pontevedra Philharmonic Orchestra, among others. Since 2015, she has been the founder and Music Director of the Mataró Orchestra, and since 2021, the founder and Music Director of the Opera Pocket Orchestra.

Together with the Crearte Cultural Association, she co-founded the Barcelona Solidarity Symphony Orchestra, leading the Spanish premiere of Clara Schumann’s Piano Concerto at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona.

In 2019, she was awarded Third Prize at the International “World Summit of Orchestra Conductors” Competition in Huelva, Spain. She currently serves as Music Director of several orchestras and choirs while leading research and educational projects dedicated to promoting the contribution of women to music, alongside developing new symphonic and operatic productions.

Joan Carles Capdevila

Musician · Singer · Musical arranger

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Joan Carles Capdevila Torné, a graduate in Modern and Jazz Music from the Superior School of Music of Catalonia (ESMUC), is a recognized professional in the music field. His extensive experience includes roles as an arranger, composer, studio singer, and member of a cappella groups.
Joan Carles is an experienced teacher in the field of musical theater. He has recorded for renowned film companies such as Disney and Warner Bros. Furthermore, he is a regular collaborator in television programs produced by Gestmusic Endemol, including popular shows like Operación Triunfo, Vivo cantando, and Buscant La Trinca.

Xavier García Cardona

Conductor, pianist and composer graduated in orchestra conducting from Conservatori del Liceu in Barcelona.

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He teaches piano, music theory and harmony in Academia Barcelona Concertante and is the main conductor of Cor Tessàlia. García has conducted several choirs and orchestras and has been invited to hold seminars, presentations and workshops for choirs and for different choral meetings, festivals and symposiums, both in Spain as well as in other European countries. He was one of the founders and co-conductors of the Revoice International Vocal Ensemble, a choir of singers from more than 25 nationalities, performing in several countries and important festivals and events around Europe.
As a composer he has achieved national and international success winning different prizes, and his works are performed worldwide. He has been invited as a jury member of choral composition competitions and choir competitions.
García obtained a fellowship to participate in the “Start-Up for young conductors” program at the European Festival of Youth Choirs Basel 2016. He was also involved in the organization of the World Choral Symposium Barcelona 2017 and has been a member of the artistic committee of the Catalan Youth Choirs Association. He is currently an active member of the Spanish Association of choral conductors (AEDCORO).

CATEGORIES

A

Children’s choirs and youth choirs

The performance program may be of the choir’s choice and should include at least two different musical styles or time periods.
At least one of the pieces must be performed a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment).

A1 – CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
Age groups: 7-16
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -16

A2 – YOUTH CHOIRS OF EQUAL VOICES
Age groups: 16-25
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -16

A3 – YOUTH CHOIRS OF MIXED VOICES
Age groups: 16-25
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -16

B

Vocal Ensembles and Chamber Choirs

Age groups:

1st – 7-10 years old
2nd 11-14 years old
3rd 15-18 years old
4th 18-25 years old
5th above 25 years old
6th Mixed Age Group (participants from various age categories)
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -3
Maximum Number of Singers -16

C

Adult Choirs

The performance program may be of the choir’s choice and should include at least two different musical styles or time periods.
At least one of the pieces must be performed a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment).

С1 – Female Choirs
Age groups: 18 and over
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -17

С2 – Male Choirs
Age groups: 18 and over
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -17

С3 – Mixed Choirs
Age groups: 18 and over
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Minimum Number of Singers -17

D

World Sacred Music

Participants can present choral arrangements and ritual music from Christian Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, Islamic, Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Sikh, and many other traditions. This may also include religious melodies and hymns, prayers, spiritual songs, and ceremonial music.
The performance program may be of the choir’s choice

Age groups: no age restrictions
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Number of Singers no restrictions

E

Folklore

Ensembles perform a folklore program. Corresponding choreography and stage performance are also possible. It is advisable to sing in traditional costumes. If there is no musical notation, please prepare a brief description of the program in English.
The performance program can be chosen by the choir.

Age groups: no age restrictions
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Number of Singers no restrictions

F

Pop – jazz – gospel

The performance program may be of the choir’s choice. Performances may include pieces with instrumental accompaniment, phonograms or a cappella.

Age groups: no age restrictions
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
Number of Singers no restrictions

G

Academic Singing

Participants may present works from the classical repertoire, including opera, operetta, arias, etc. At least one of the pieces must be performed a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment).

Age groups:
1st – 7-10 years old
2nd – 11–14 years old
3rd – 15–18 years old
4th – 18–25 years old
5th – above 25 years old
6th – Mixed Age Group (participants from various age categories)
Singing time: maximum 15 minutes. Number of Singers no restrictions

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION

Competition performance

The competition takes place at the Municipal Theater of Lloret de Mar.
For performances, the organizer provides a Yamaha Arius YDP 143 piano with 88 keys and two organ functions. Additionally, a grand piano is available (subject to availability on the day of the competition). The organizer can also provide 6 Condenser microphones, 4 Wireless microphones, and 2 Headset microphones. If the choir requires any additional equipment, musical instruments, or anything else, they must bring it with them or request it from the organizing committee for an additional fee.
SINGING TIME: In all categories, the time limit for clean singing is 15 minutes (minimum 7 minutes). This does not include applause and stage time. The exact duration of each piece must be correctly indicated on the Program Confirmation form that we will send you 30 days before the contest.
In those categories where a phonogram is used for performances, please send the phonogram in MP3 format to the specified e-mail address together with the confirmation form.
Please ensure you bring 5 copies of the sheet music for each musical composition to be performed. Scores without titles or composer names printed in the Roman alphabet must have a transcription in Roman characters

One copy of the score will be retained by the organizer after the competition. The remaining scores can be collected from the organizer after the awards ceremony.
Each participating choir is responsible for respecting copyright and performance rights for the songs during the competition. The use of unauthorized or reproduced copies is strictly prohibited.

Performance in Barcelona

For the choirs there’s provided a short tour of Barcelona and performance in the Crypt of Sagrada Família or in the La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia or in the Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi (Participants who want to perform in Barcelona pay for the transfer to the place of performance, which also includes an excursion – 37 euros per person).
Repertoire of the performances in the Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi/Crypt of Sagrada Família / La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia must comply with a place of performance.
At Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi/Crypt of Sagrada Família/La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia, musical pieces may only be performed a cappella.
All women and girls are required to cover their shoulders during the performance.
The repertoire of performances in Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi/Crypt of Sagrada Família/La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia must comply with the religious framework of venue.

AGREEMENT: With the application, all participating choirs agree to photography, recordings and broadcasts in sound or television as well as any other recordings made in conjunction with the competition “Golden Voices of Barcelona”.

JURY & JUDGING CRITERIA

The jury of the contest is formed of the most important cultural workers of Spain, France, Canada and other countries of the Eastern Europe and Asia. International jury is formed by the contest’s providers.

The jury has the right

not to award all the prizes;
to share prize among performers;
to award special prizes to teachers for outstanding achievements;
to make a decision about breaking a performance which exceeds the bounds of the regulations;
the jury evaluates the participants on one hundred-point system, the final result is made up of the average quantity of the received scores and the average value of the progress scores;
the jury’s decisions are final and are not subject to review.

Judging criteria

1-Technical Proficiency: This criterion assesses the quality of performance, pitch accuracy, intonation, diction, rhythmic precision, breath control, and other technical aspects.

2-Interpretation: It evaluates the choir’s ability to convey emotions and ideas of the musical composition, expressiveness, artistry, depth, and insight into the musical work.

3-Musicianship: This criterion focuses on the choir’s musical understanding and expressiveness, their ability to work in unity, maintain tempo and dynamics, and use dynamic nuances effectively.

4-Repertoire: The evaluation includes the selection and diversity of musical repertoire, the complexity of the pieces chosen, and how well the choir adapts to different styles and genres.

5-Ensemble Interaction: This criterion assesses the unity and coordination of the choir during performance, their ability to listen to each other, synchronize movements, and interact with the conductor.

6-Accuracy of Interpretation: It evaluates how well the choir follows the provided scores and accurately interprets the musical notations.

7-Overall Impression: It encompasses the overall assessment of the choir’s performance, their level of professionalism, originality, and uniqueness.

AWARDS

The jury evaluates the participants on 100-point scale.

Regarding the genres of performing and categories the awards are distributed due to seven age groups

participants who received up to 70 points become diploma holders;
participants who received from 70 to 79 points – laureates of the third degree;
participants who received from 80 to 89 points become laureates of the second degree;
participants who received from 90 to 99 points become laureates of the first degree;
participants who received 100 points become Grand Prix winners of the contest “GOLDEN VOICES OF BARCELONA”.
Grand Prix winners receive a big cup and diplomas (one per group/category);
First place winners receive a standard trophy and diplomas (one per group/category);
Second and third place winners receive diplomas (one per group/category);
All contestants receive diplomas with their results (one per group/category).

Each choir is given a personalized certificate in the form of engraving on a special base for its contribution into the cultural international relations.
Each conductor and sponsor will be given a personalized thank-you letter on the official numbered letterhead of the kingdom of Spain.
Special trophy cups are provided for the winners.
Each contestant in the group can request a personal diploma and medal for an additional fee (before the competition).

PROGRAM OF STAY

1st day:
– check-in to a hotel from 14:00 pm;
– dinner;
– meeting with the organizers of the contest;
– presentation of the excursion programs;

2nd day:
– breakfast;
– lunch (if you have ordered this option at an additional cost);
– rehearsal;
– beginning of the contest;
– dinner.

3rd day:
– breakfast;
– possible organization of friendly concerts and master classes;
– Lunch at the hotel (if you have ordered this option at an additional cost);
– Gala concert in the main square of the city. Thousands of visitors gather to see this spectacular show of choirs;
– Dinner at the hotel.

4th day:
– breakfast;
– trip to Barcelona (for an additional price);
– Short tour in Barcelona;
– Performance at the Crypt of Sagrada Família or La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia or Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi;
– Return to the hotel;
– dinner;
– possibility to visit flamenco show with wine, sangria, cava and drinks (for an additional price).

5th day:
– breakfast;
– check out from the hotel until 10:00.

✅ ATTENTION! Organizers have opportunity to modify the program.
✅ ATTENTION! We can provide you with a transfer from airports and train stations to the hotel and back. Ask our managers for the price: info@fiestalonia.net
✅ INCREASE the number of days of your stay and we will organize an excellent excursion program for you! The price of additional days is indicated in the “price” section. For detailed information on excursion programs, you can check with our managers by mail: info@fiestalonia.net
✅ BOOK an excursion program in advance, ask our managers for details about our excursion offer: info@fiestalonia.net

* If you have ordered lunch at the hotel and you will miss it due to excursions, or concerts, please order a ‘Picnic’ (dry ration) at the hotel reception 24 hours in advance so you can take it with you in the box.

PRICES and WHAT IS INCLUDED INTO THE PRICE

Events package +3*** half board hotel (5 days / 4 nights)
	Standard price per person	Early booking price if paying 50% before 10 of January, 2027 per person	Extra night per person
Triple accommodation	410 euro	375 euro	60 euro
Double accommodation	425 euro	390 euro	66 euro
Single accommodation	465 euro	430 euro	90 euro

Events package +4*** half board hotel (5 days / 4 nights)
	Standard price per person	Early booking price if paying 50% before 10 of January, 2027 per person	Extra night per person
Triple accommodation	450 euro	415 euro	72 euro
Double accommodation	465 euro	430 euro	77 euro
Single accommodation	505 euro	470 euro	104 euro

* All the rooms in these hotels are reserved as the applications for participation and payment are received. After these hotels are fully booked, you may be offered alternative options for hotels at higher prices. Don’t miss the opportunity and arrange the trip now!

ATTENTION: For accompany who do not perform and do not take part in workshops – a 10% discount is given on the package.

✅ ATTENTION: Price does not include tourist tax. Tourist tax is paid directly by the client directly to the hotel at check in.

WHAT IS INCLUDED INTO THE PRICE:

5 days and 4 nights in a three-star hotel or in four-star hotel;
half board, buffet (breakfast, dinner+ drinks; lunch for an additional price – cost €6,60 for children under 12 years old, €9,90 from 12 years old);
three concerts: competitive viewing, performance of choirs in Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi or in Crypt of Sagrada Família or in La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia and Gala Concert with award ceremony;
diplomas from the contest providers (one per group/category) ;
special thank-you certificates in the form of engraving on a special base from the town authorities (for groups from 5 people);
thank-you letters for conductors and sponsors on the official numbered letterheads of the kingdom of Spain (included 2 letters);
Consolidated rehearsals of choirs with foreign choirmasters;
Master classes;
contest fee;
preparation of invitation documents for visa;
Live streaming of the Gala concert on YouTube.

Subscribe to watch the events in the stream: https://www.youtube.com/@fiestalonialive

ADDITIONAL FEES

– For participation in the additional nomination of groups – an additional fee of 295 euros per group.

PERFORMANCE IN BARCELONA

*Participants who want to perform in Barcelona pay for the transfer to the place of performance, which also includes an excursion – 37 euros per person.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES:

*Each contestant in the group can request a named diploma and medal for 14 euros (before the competition, is given during the award ceremony). This option is ordered by up to 90% of all participants.

*Additional letters of appreciation on a numbered State Emblem paper of the Kingdom of Spain can be requested for 10 euros (before the competition). This option is ordered by up to 80% of all participants.

*Add excursions to your stay (this option is ordered by up to 90% of all participants).

*You can order a personalized written comment from the jury on your performance – cost 70 euros per performance (before the competition);

*Those who come to Spain, can supplement their stay package with lunches in the hotel (buffet).
For persons under 12 years old – the cost of lunch is 6,60 euros.
For persons over 12 years old – the cost of lunch is 9,90 euros.

*Services of a professional photographer and cameraman – your personal video clip at the contest (prices to be specified).

FREE PLACES

Each 25th group’s participant gets a pack of our services for free!*

Attention: We can provide you with a transfer from airports and train stations to the hotel and back. Ask our managers for the price: info@fiestalonia.net
Attention: Check out from the hotel until 10:00.

Additional services

Original pictures from the contest, Gala concert and the Award ceremony;
Photo services during the trips/excursions. Photoshoots;
Concertmaster;
Hair stylist (Make up and hairstyle);
Master classes from the Spanish art workers;
Assisting Translator (accompanying person);
Video shooting of a contest/Gala concert.

Additional Travel services

Airport transfers to the hotel or any transportation services.
Hotel reservation in Barcelona

Excursions

Barcelona city sightseeing tour + The Spanish Village or Aquarium
Montserrat
Girona + museum of Salvador Dali
Port Aventura – entertainment park complex
Tossa de Mar (city-fortress)!
Flamenco show with dinner and drinks

*All the extra services are provided on demand. They should be requested minimum 3 days before the beginning of the contest. The prices of the extra services are to be specified from our managers.

Extra Trip

-Trip to the French Riviera for 2 nights with an overnight stay in Nice. Costa Brava (Spain) – Cannes (France) – Nice (France) – Monte Carlo (Monaco).

*For details and pricing, please contact our managers via email at info@fiestalonia.net.

FEATURES OF THIS FESTIVAL&CONTEST

Why is it worth participating in this contest

one of the biggest choir’s event;
not just rare, but the only opportunity to perform in the most famous Catholic church in Europe. Now this is real!
Crypt of Sagrada Família and La Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia where the Archbishop’s residence is located – the most popular attractions in one of the most visited European city, which means you will be able to perform in front of thousands of people from all over the world;
participation in competitions of this magnitude – a great motivation for children and adults to develop their talents and improve themselves;
bright opening and closing ceremonies;
evaluation system, which guarantees the highest quality of judging;
official international diplomas with the results of the contest (one per group/category);
team leaders and sponsors are given personalized thank-you letters on the official numbered letterhead of the kingdom of Spain;
opportunity to receive a certificate for contribution into the cultural international progress in the form of engraving on a special base.

PERIOD OF ACCEPTING THE APPLICATIONS

the last day of receiving of the applications is for 30 days before the beginning of the festival;
the last day of payment is for 21 days before the beginning of the festival;
terms and conditions of the agreement are to be requested from our managers.

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REVIEWS

7725 reviews

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4.9

We had an amazing experience with Fiestalonia! Their events are incredibly well-organized, bringing together talented artists from all over the world. The team is professional, friendly, and always ready to help. The atmosphere at their festivals is inspiring, full of creativity and passion. It’s a fantastic opportunity for performers to showcase their talents on an international stage. We highly recommend Fiestalonia to anyone looking for an unforgettable cultural experience!
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My name is Saplina Sofia. I have already participated in this competition many years ago. I really liked it, because I received one of the highest scores in the “vocals” nomination. I will be glad to participate again, I think I will do it many more times. Thanks to the organizers and the jury for a fair assessment, this is incredibly valuable, and you can always ask for feedback and analysis of mistakes, which is very important for beginners and professional vocalists. I will not miss the opportunity to participate, because everyone is capable of winning, this competition makes it clear.

Zaychikov Viacheslav

I am grateful to everyone involved in organizing the festivals for the joy you give us adults and our children. Thank you very much for your work and the invaluable contribution you make to the development of art on our planet. Good luck to all the organizers, teachers and participants of the festivals!

Еmin Дадашев

For those who are still unsure…
Two months ago, I was in the same place — searching, hesitating, trying to make the right choice. I wanted to give my daughters a gift, something truly special. Out of hundreds of competitions, we chose Fiestalonia — and we’ve never regretted it.
I’m a father of four. My two daughters (ages 13 and 9) have been studying music since they were 5. My older daughter plays the saxophone and three other instruments. The younger one plays the piano. They don’t just play music — they live it. They’ve won many competitions, but this time, I wanted to give them more than a diploma — I wanted to give them an experience.
We live in Ukraine. For the past three years, most of their schooling has taken place in bomb shelters. The children are emotionally exhausted. That’s why I decided to find something meaningful — something that would give them joy, hope, and a dream to hold onto.

Sergey Popov

Unforgettable event
The Grand Prize for participation in the World Art Games enabled my daughter Natalia to participate free of charge with accommodation and full board in the International Sea Sun Festival Competition in Lloret de Mar, Spain.
Thank you #fiestalonia for an unforgettable event. The opportunity to perform on the Spanish stage was an extraordinary experience for Natalia and an appreciation of her tremendous work. Thank you to Fiestalonia Milenio for the opportunity for Natalia to participate in the Sea Sun Festival International Competition, which included talents from all over the world. We thank the international jury for their insightful evaluation of Natalia’s performance. First Prize at the Sea Sun Festival gave her confidence in her own abilities.

Agnieszka Jaros

Hi everyone I am Ramneet singh Director of Bhangra desire international folk art club,India,we participated in the fiestalonia Georgia last week , it was a great festival for us the all team members of fiestalonia Milenio was good to us , the hospitality by My students took part in a couple of competitions and we were so happy with the results. For me as a piano studio teacher the best thing about Fiestalonia is that it supports not only professional players but also amateur students who still want to participate in competitions, but most of competitions that we were checking before were closed for them due to difficult repetoires. Such students can start their music paths later in their life than kids who study music professionally and may not be able to spend as much time practicing. But it doesn’t mean that they should stay away from competitions and festivals. So I was incredibly happy finding Fiestalonia and it was a real pleasure to take part in competitions. I highly recommend this platform to music teachers and students, professionals or amateurs from all over the world.

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