Competitions
International In-Person Competition
15 categories · 3 sections · in person. For classical guitar soloists, chamber groups, and guitar ensembles or orchestras.
The International In-Person Competition comprises 15 categories across three clearly defined sections: Classical Guitar — Soloists, Chamber Music, and Guitar Ensembles and Orchestras. Choose a section, then select the category that matches your age and type of participation.
Who it is for: Classical guitar soloists, chamber groups of two to five performers, and ensembles or orchestras of at least six performers.
Categories
Choose a category
Each category leads to its age groups and the full regulation.
Classical Guitar — Soloists
7 categories · from “up to 9 years” to “no age restrictions” · performed from memory. A solo section for classical guitarists; the category with no age restrictions is held in two rounds.
Chamber Music
4 age groups · 2–5 performers · at least one classical guitar. For duos, trios, quartets, and quintets that include at least one classical guitar.
Guitar Ensembles and Orchestras
4 groups · at least 6 performers · at least one classical guitar. For ensembles and orchestras that may also include other instruments, singers, a teacher performing as part of the ensemble, and/or a conductor.
Regulation
Important
Each participant or ensemble must select a category for which they meet the exact eligibility requirements. Full requirements are provided in the regulations for each category.
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