• There is no limit of numbers of candidates from each country.
• Candidates up to 32 years of age are allowed to enter the competition - year of birth, born 1989 or later.
• All entrants are required to provide proof of age and nationality (Passport) when they register at the Coupe Mondiale.
• This category is for ONE (1) performer only.
• For full eligibility, please see General Information and Conditions.
• All programs will be checked by the national CIA voting or premier voting member and are subject to approval by the CIA Music Committee.
• The candidate is responsible for their competition program and obeying the rules.
• A contestant photo should be sent along with the entry. Please see this informational page about the requested format for the picture.
• Each round must be played in one sitting.
• Competitors must present themselves as artists to an audience; presentation, dress and stagecraft all being important.

INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION FOR ACCORDION SOLOISTS (74th COUPE MONDIALE) 2021.

• There will be three (3) rounds.
• Only three (3) pieces can be performed in Round 1.
• The candidate must play a Baroque piece in Round 1.
• Each candidate must include a polyphonic (contrapuntal) work in Round III of the program.
• No more than one (1) piece from a composer in each round.

The candidate must perform three pieces:

• One Baroque work.
• Two (2) pieces of contrasting character and style
  

Notifications:
Minimum one original work for accordion must be included. One of the pieces can be a single movement from a cyclic work. Each piece must be from a different composer.
 
Playing time for Round 1: maximum 20 minutes.

• The candidate must perform a complete Original Cyclic work for the accordion.

• A program consisting of three (3) or more pieces of different style and character.
• A Polyphonic (contrapuntal) work must be included in this round.
• At least one piece must be an original work for the accordion.
• Playing time: a suggested minimum 20 minutes to maximum 30 minutes.

• Cash Prizes
• 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.