• There is no limit of numbers of Ensemble groups from each country.
• Candidates up to 32 years of age are allowed to enter the competition - year of birth, born 1976 or later. All entrants are required to provide proof of age and nationality (Passport) when they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
• All entrants are required to provide proof of nationality (Passport) when they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
• For full eligibility, please see General Information and Conditions
• Entries Closed: 31 August, 2008
  

• For two (2) to five (5) musicians, minimum one accordion (e.g., can be multiple accordions, or accordions with other instruments).
• Ensemble Music competition is for acoustic instruments (no electronics). All accordions must be acoustic reed instruments. No MIDI accordions are allowed. One bass accordion may be amplified; however, the candidate must provide their own amplifier.
• Own Choice Program of concert music consisting of at least two (2) pieces with contrasting style.
• The competition organizers will not provide instruments other than a piano tuned to A 442.
• Playing time: minimum 15 minutes to maximum 20 minutes playing time. Failure to observe minimum or maximum playing time will result in a mark penalty.
• Marking will take into consideration program choice, level of playing and ensemble work.
  

• All candidates will receive a Diploma of Participation.
• National member associations are requested to offer concerts or a tour for the 1st Prize Winners.
• All winners must be present in person at the Awards Ceremony in appropriate attire suitable for press coverage and publicity appearances. In case of absence, the prize may be accepted by a delegate of their country or the Diplomas will be mailed by the Secretariat.
   
  

For assistance, please contact:

Kimmo Mattila
CIA General Secretary
Kyrösselänkatu 3
FIN-39500 Ikaalinen, FINLAND
 
Phone: +358 3 4400221 Fax +358 3 4589071
 
E-mail: hanuritalo@harmonikkainstituutti.net