• There is no limit of numbers of candidates from each country.
• Candidates up to 18 years of age are allowed to enter the competition - year of birth: born 1990 or later. All entrants are required to provide proof of age and nationality (Passport) when they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
• For full eligibility, please see General Information and Conditions
• Entries Closed: 31 August, 2008
  

• There will be two (2) rounds and only two (2) pieces are allowed to be performed in each round.
  

• TEST PROGRAM: Two (2) pieces must be played which must include one original work for accordion and one Baroque work written for harpsichord/clavichord.
• Playing time: minimum 10 minutes to maximum 15 minutes playing time. Failure to observe minimum or maximum playing time will result in a mark penalty.
  

• OWN CHOICE PROGRAM: Two (2) pieces must be played of which one must be an original work for accordion. Individual movements from cyclic works are acceptable.
• Playing time: minimum 10 minutes to maximum 15 minutes playing time. Failure to observe minimum or maximum playing time will result in a mark penalty.
  

• 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