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The 4th Vienna International Classical Singing Competition 

The Vienna International Classical Singing Competition is a prestigious global event open to musicians of all voice types.

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The winner of the Grand Prize (€4,500), along with the winners of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes, will have the prestigious opportunity to perform live at MOZARTHAUS VIENNA - Concert Hall on October 19, 2025.  Submission Deadline: May 11, 2025 
The results on
June 8, due to technical issues with some of the submitted videos.

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Culture Meeting Point Vienna (CMP Vienna_since1995) proudly presents the Vienna International Classical Singing Competition. We warmly welcome participants from across the globe to this prestigious event located in the heart of Europe – Vienna, a city steeped in rich traditions, vibrant culture, and a promising future as the world's music capital! Our aim is to organize competitions that embrace candidates from diverse backgrounds worldwide.

This international competition celebrates excellence in classical singing, providing a platform for musicians of varied voice types to showcase their talent and receive recognition on a global scale. With live performances drawing large audiences, videos of all finalists are featured on our website, and award winners are announced across our social media platforms. Our judging panels comprise esteemed lecturers from the International Music Academy and distinguished guest adjudicators.

Rules and Regulations

* The competition is open to musicians of all nationalities.

* The repertoire can be freely chosen. (Video link please)
* The repertoire for the singing competition should comprise classical works. Participants may perform pieces like arias, lieder, etc., from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods.

* The length of the performance in the video link is not limited. There is no minimum duration. If the recordings are short, they can be included in a single video link.
* All the names of the winners will be published on our website on the dates mentioned in the announcement and on social media channels

* The official results will be on Jun 8, 2025, on our website and our social media Addressee

* An outstanding participant, selected from across all categories and awarded full marks by unanimous decision of the jury, may be honored with the Grand Prix Prize of €4,500.

* The jury awards 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes, special jury prizes and special mentions according to the participant's score.

* When making the payment, it is imperative to indicate the full NAME of the participant and the desired SINGING competition.

* The recording must be taken with a camera clearly showing the musician's face and body. A live performance recording is also acceptable.

* The video link should be provided directly at the time of registration, be can also be via email up until the registration deadline for the specific competition.

* By registering, participants allow the organizer to freely dispose of the photo, audio and video recordings submitted to the competition for documentation and public relations on its website and social media.

* The judgment of the jury is final.
* Due to delays in the evaluation process by the competition jury committee, the organization reserves the right to change the dates provided for the announcement of the results.

* All award-winning participants will receive a certificate of achievement via email. On request, we can also send you printed certificates by post. (Against shipping and printing costs.)

* All winners will be presented on the official website of the competition, as well as on the social media of the competition organization. (Instagram, Facebook).

* Participants who have not received an award will receive a certificate of participation by email upon request. (It can be sent electronically for 30 euros.)
* Teachers and accompanying persons can also receive certificates on request. (It can be sent electronically for 30 euros.)

* By participating in the competition, the participants agree to the possible publication and popularization of the submitted recordings and photos for advertising purposes. The organizers of the competition reserve the right to edit and crop photos of participants for publication (advertising) on the Internet.

* Once the application fee is paid it cannot be refunded under any circumstances and candidates agree to the terms and conditions of the competition. 


Prize 
Grand Prize of 4500 EUR + concert at Mozarthaus Vienna + medallion + certificate + professional photo shoot, audio & video recording at the concert & award ceremony.
1st prize (for each category) live concert at Mozarthaus Vienna + medallion + certificate + professional photo shoot, audio and video recording at the concert and award ceremony.
2nd prize (for each category) live concert at Mozarthaus Vienna + medallion + certificate + professional photo shoot, audio and video recording at the concert and award ceremony.
3rd prize (for each category) live concert at Mozarthaus Vienna + medallion + certificate + professional photo shoot, audio and video recording at the concert and award ceremony.

Special prizes:
* Wiener Klassik Prize Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
* Special Jury Prize Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
* Honourable Mentions Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.


Category and duration and registration fee
- Competition encompassing both categories of women's and categories men's voices.
- Open to all voice types.

- With a duration maximum of 15 minutes.
- Registration fee 75 €


Application
Candidates will need the following documents to register
1- Application form 
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2- Passport or ID copy (with photo)

3- Biography (in English)

4- Artistic photo (with the name of the photographer)

5- Video link

6- Proof of payment of the participation fee via bank, wise, or PayPal transfer.

Please send All documents for submission before May 11, 2025 an e-mail to culturempcompetition@gmail.com 
 

Payment
*The participation fee is 75 €.

(If you are unable to pay with PayPal or with Revolut in your country, please contact us for an alternative transfer fee.) 

here is the following bank account: (all transfer and bank charges are to be covered by the applicant)    

Bank: Bank Austria UniCredit    

Name: Culture Meeting Point    

IBAN: AT96 1200 0006 0177 8103    

Bank Code (BIC/SWIFT): BKAUATWW    

Address: UniCredit Bank Austria AG Rothschildplatz 1, A-1020 Vienna/AUSTRIA

 

via Revolut transfer to Revolut.Me:  https://revolut.me/culturemp

via PayPal: (Please don’t forget! PAYPAL transfer charges are to be covered by the applicant)    

PayPal.Me: www.paypal.me/CultureMeetingPoint    

PayPal account: verein.culturemeetingpoint@gmail.com
 

The Concert and Award Ceremony is on October 19, 2025, at the Mozarthaus Vienna (Domgasse 5, A-1010 Vienna Austria).

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