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. Participation in the gala concert isn’t guaranteed for everyone and is confirmed due to the results of the previous shows according to the consolidated legislative decision of the contest providers and the judges.

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.

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 Prize winners of the contest “World Grand Prix for choral singing”.
• Grand Prix winners receive a big cup and diplomas (one for each group/quartet/trio/duo/solo), as well as medals (for each contestant);
• First place winners receive a standard trophy and diplomas (one per group/quartet/trio/duo/solo) and medals (for each contestant);
• Second and third place winners receive diplomas (one for each group/quartet/trio/duo/solo) and medals (for each contestant);
• All contestants receive diplomas with their results (one for each composition/group/quartet/trio/duet/solo), as well as medals (for each contestant).

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 team head 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.

Day 1:
Hotel accommodation (check-in from 14:00 p.m.)
Meeting with the organizers of the competition;
Rehearsal (by request);
19:00 – 21:00 – dinner at the hotel

Day 2:
08:00 – breakfast;
13:00 – lunch;
14:00 – rehearsal;
15:30 – start of the contest;
19:00 – 21:00 – dinner at the hotel

Day 3:
08:00 – breakfast;
10:00 – workshop (The event includes master classes, workshops, rehearsals of joint numbers with foreign specialists with world names, whom we invite to upgrade the skills of the contestants and additional qualification of teachers);
13:00 – lunch;
18:30 – workshop;
19:00 – 21:00 – dinner at the hotel
21:00 – visit to a flamenco show with wine, sangria and drinks, optionally (for extra charge).

Day 4:
08:00 – breakfast;
09:00 – excursion to Barcelona, Girona, Montserrat, or Carcassonne optionally (for extra charge);
13:00 – lunch (for those who do not attend excursions);
return to the hotel from excursions;
19:00 – 21:00 – dinner at the hotel

Day 5:
8:00 – breakfast;
11:00 – solemn procession of the choirs from different countries through the town;
13:00 – lunch;
19:00 – 21:00 – dinner at the hotel
20:30 – Gala-concert, Awarding Ceremony.

Day 6:
08:00 – breakfast;
Check-out from the hotel (before 10:00 a.m.).

✅ 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 miss the lunch due to excursions or performances you have to ask for dry rations at the reception of your hotel the day before.

* 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 masterclasses – 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.

• Accommodation in a 3* hotel or a 4** hotel (6 days / 5 nights) depending on the package;
• Full board – buffet (breakfast, lunch, dinner) + drinks;
• Double accommodation is provided for group leaders of 25 people or more – accommodation in a double room at the price of a triple room;
• Competitive reviews;
• Master classes;
• Solemn procession;
• Gala Concert;
• Gala Awarding Ceremony;
• Diplomas registered in the Spanish Committee office, special diplomas of gratitude on a metal base from the city authorities;
• Letters of appreciation for the team leaders and sponsors of the groups on a registered paper with the State Emblem of the Kingdom of Spain;
• Competition fee;
• “Creative Festival Evening – Friendship Meetup Night – Disco, Battles, Open Mic”;
• Live streaming of the contest viewings and Gala concerts on YouTube.

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

ADDITIONAL FEES

ADDITIONAL FEES

• For participation in the additional nomination for groups – additional fee 275 euros per group.
• Each participant in the group may request a personalized diploma for an additional fee (before the start of the competition).

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 at 10:00.

Additional services

• Original pictures from the contest, gala concert and the award ceremony on a CD/flash drive;
• 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.

*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 trips

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

Why is it worth participating in this contest

• This is one of the biggest choir competitions;
• The competition is combined with master classes and an educational program
• Participation in competitions of this scale is a great motivation for children and adults to develop their talents and improve themselves
• Colorful opening and closing ceremonies of the festival
• An evaluation system that guarantees the highest quality of refereeing;
• Full board during the accommodation (buffet: breakfast, lunch, dinner + drinks);
• Participants receive official international diplomas with individual numbers with the results of the competition. Not only the choirs are awarded, but also each individual choir member receives a personal diploma;
• The choir directors and sponsors receive personalized letters of appreciation on the official letterhead paper of the Kingdom of Spain;
• Each choir receives a personalized diploma from the Spanish authorities for the contribution to the cultural development between the countries, engraved on a special paper;
• The opportunity for solo performances.
• Watch the video to see how the competitions take place!

• 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.