General Information

Little Mozarts is an annual music competition, open to Junior, Intermediate, and Advanced levels for all instrumentalists, vocalists, and duets. The 2024 competition will be held from March till May 2024. We will be holding competitions in various locations.
This unique juried music competition for 3-14 years old gives young children the opportunity to perform and receive their first applause.
Little Mozarts competition aims to encourage and motivate young musicians and make music a more significant part of their life.
 
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REGISTRATION FOR LITTLE MOZARTS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION 2024 IS OPEN

The competition consists of two rounds: Audition (the first round) and Performance (the second round, the Winners’ Recital), as described below.

Audition Requirements (First round)

Students may enter the competition more than once (performing on different instruments or as vocalists, or as a member on ensemble).

To enter the competition, applicants must choose from either a live (in-person) audition or video submission.

Contestants must select one composition from the following musical periods:

  • Baroque
  • Classical
  • Romantic
  • Contemporary

(eg. One movement of Sonata, Sonatina, or Concerto, one selection from Partita, Suite, or any ordered set of pieces are considered as one piece.)

Unlike Crescendo Int. Competition which restricts to originals, Little Mozarts Competition accepts simplified and arrangement versions for beginners.
 
  • The selected composition should be performed during both rounds of the competition.
  • Performance length is strictly limited to 6 minutes. If the duration of the performance (live, or video submission) exceeds the allotted time limit, applicants may be disqualified and their application may be treated as null and void.
  • During the performance, repeat signs and “Primo volta” (first endings) should not be performed.
  • Compositions must be performed from memory.
  • All contestants must wear formal attire.
  • On the Live Audition music score and Evaluation Form must be furnished to the judge. Judges reserve the right to terminate a performance at any time, or if the allotted time limit is exceeded.
  • Solo performances (without accompaniment) for instrumentalists and vocalists during the audition is permitted but not advised.
  • Performers may use prerecorded accompaniment during the first round of the competition. It is the contestant’s responsibility for having proper music player on the audition.
  • Based on the performance Judges assigned a score that determines contestant’s placement.  Evaluation also includes written comments and recommendations.
  • Audition results will be uploaded to the applicants account on the competition website. Applicant should apply to the Second round, Winners’ recital as Audition result is shown on the account.

Video submission requirements & instructions

  1. Submitted video must contain the applicant’s name and complete title of the composition.
  2. Recordings must be performed in one continuous shot without edits or alterations.
  3. The performer’s entire body should be clearly visible throughout the duration of the recording.
  4. No music sheets, books or additional materials should be on the music stand.
  5. Videos should be submitted through YouTube following the instructions below.   Other platforms won’t be accepted.YouTube links must have the proper settings (as described below):   Video manager → Videos → Basic info → from the drop-down menu, please choose “Public” or “Unlisted” (do not choose “Private”).
  6. Performers and accompanists should be dressed professionally. Casual attire and/or sportswear is not permitted.

Winners’ recital Requirements/ (Second round)

Proof of vaccination and testing is no longer necessary.  Masking is encouraged but optional.

Participants may only perform one composition during the Winner’s Recital. This should be the same composition presented during the first round. Any changes must be confirmed with the competition coordinator at [email protected] and [email protected] (eg.  one movement of Sonata, Sonatina, or Concerto, one selection from Partita, Suite, or any ordered set of pieces are considered as one piece).

Music repertoire must be performed from memory.

Scoring/placement awarded during the first round of the competition may be subject to changed (improvement/remediation) during the second round, pending performance quality. Decisions on monetary rewards are based on accumulated audition score, composition complexity and contestant’s artistic maturity. Rewards might be suspended due to poor performance.

Students who do not participate in the Second Round will be considered withdrawn from the competition and will not receive a certificate.

Performance duration is strictly limited to 6 minutes. Repeat signs and “Primo volta” (first endings) should not be performed.

If the duration of the performance (live, video submission or competition) exceeds the allotted time limit, applicants may be disqualified and their application may be treated as null and void.

Registration for the Winners’ Recital will close 14 days prior to the recital. Payments after this period will not be accepted. All payments are final. The recital fees including tickets are not refundable.

There are limited slots available, and performers are registered on a first come, first served basis. Participation on the First round is not a guarantee students’ “spot” on he Winners’ recital unless registered for he recital program.

Performers and accompanists should be dressed professionally. Casual attire and/or sportswear is not permitted.

Performers with time restrictions due to travel arrangements, health issues and any other concerns should notify the competition coordinator prior to the recital regarding necessary arrangements and/or early dismissal.

Failure to comply with Crescendo Competitions and/or Carnegie Hall regulation will results in immediate disqualification, certificate and/or prize forfeiture.

First and Second Place Honors will be invited to perform in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, New York, Rockport Music, Harvard University, The German Society of Pennsylvania, Aga Khan Museum concert hall, New Britain Museum of American Art, Rackham Auditorium, University of Michigan, Bryant University of RI and Crescendo TV channel.

Third place winners will be performing in one of the following recital venues:  Rockport MusicThe German Society of Pennsylvania, Aga Khan Museum concert hall , New Britain Museum of American Art, Rackham Auditorium, University of Michigan, Bryant University of RI and Crescendo TV channel.

Certificates and prizes will be distributed at the conclusion of the recital and will not be sent by mail.

Students will receive board-certified diplomas, and instructors with five or more First and Second Place winners will receive a certificate of excellence.
A participant may qualify to perform at the Winners’ recital more than once as a soloist or a member of an ensemble. Each recital performance will be billed separately.