Music competitions for children in Russia

In our country, a variety of music competitions for children.

Reigning at such events, the holiday atmosphere allows participants and spectators to immerse themselves in the magical world of classical music.

Participation in them contributes to increasing the child's self-esteem and stimulates young artists to achieve new heights.

Youth Competition in St. Petersburg - a bright start for talented performers

This international competition has been held since 1996, once every 2 years, it is dedicated to the memory of an outstanding conductor E.A. Mravinsky.

In 2014, participants traditionally demonstrate their art of performance on wood and brass instruments. Participants are allowed to participate up to 21 years. The final concert is usually held in the Great Hall of the Philharmonic and is broadcast on the official website of the competition.

Young violinists at the “almost adult” competition in Novosibirsk

This competition, among other international music competitions for children, is distinguished by a high level of performance requirements; it is held once every 3 years at the stage of the State Conservatory.

Participants from 11 to 22 years old who reach the final perform with a student symphony orchestra. In 2013, young violinists were supposed to perform a play specially created for this competition.

Competition "Dedication" for young pianists in Nizhny Novgorod

In 2014, it will be held 6 times, but in general it takes place once in 3 years. The competition dedicated to the memory of Esther Lipovich, is considered All-Russian, is held in two rounds at the site of the school of arts.

Before each performance, young performers (under 15 years old) can attend an acoustic rehearsal. Winners are awarded at the final concert, which usually takes place in the Great Hall of the Conservatory.

Magic “Violin of the North” in Yakutsk

This music competition for children and young people in June 2013 was held 5 times. It takes place once in 4 years, among the founders - the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). The age of performers is from 8 to 22 years. The international competition is held in two rounds, while the participants are provided with food and accommodation.

The performance of young musicians on the television contest “The Nutcracker” live

Television channel “Culture has been holding this prestigious annual competition since 2000 and broadcasts the performances of the participants on the air. Famous conductors, orchestras, musicians perform on the same stage with young artists.

In December 2013, it will be opened 14 times. Young talents (under 14) will demonstrate the art of playing the piano, string and percussion instruments. For performers on wind instruments, the age limit is 15 years.

How to reveal all the facets of talent?

Competitions play an important role in the development of music education. Now music contests for children are held on the Internet, which allows gifted children even with disabilities to demonstrate their abilities. You just need to find the right match. Successful performances in the Global Network, young musicians!