Participation Information

The International Choir Festival “Chernomorski Zvutsi” welcomes non-professional choirs from Bulgaria and abroad, celebrating music, culture, and camaraderie. The festival offers a unique platform for musical expression and cultural exchange, with a prize fund of 2,000 EUR.
Eligibility:

Open to all types of choirs: mixed, chamber, male, female, youth, children, and folk choirs.
No age limit for participants.
Requirements:

Participation in festival workshops.
Concert program details:
15–20 minutes performance, including:
A piece representing the choir’s national music culture.
One Bulgarian composition.
10-minute performance for additional concerts.
One piece for the gala concert.
Application submission must include:
A brief bio of the choir and conductor.
An advertising photo of the choir and conductor.
Performance links or recordings.
Tentative program and scanned scores (for competition).
Fees:

Participation Fee: 15 EUR (30 BGN) per person (non-refundable).
10% discount for applications submitted and fees paid by 31 December 2024.
Payment via UniCredit Bulbank ().
Awards:

Grand Prix: Gold-plated statuette “Chernomorski Zvutsi” and cash prize.
Special awards for mixed, children’s, and uniform choirs.
Children’s Award: Diploma “Future of Europe” with a cash prize.
Groups arranging independent accommodation must pay a 4x higher participation fee. The festival reserves all rights to performances and media content for promotional purposes.