Frequently Asked Questions

Use the Find Your Format guide, then read the full regulations for the suggested section and age category on the competition pages. The official regulations always take precedence.

Participation in the competition, Young Masters and masterclasses follows the conditions of each separate programme. Any restrictions for solo categories are stated in the official competition regulations.

Every international competition category has its own page with eligibility, age, duration, repertoire, fees, deadlines and assessment details.

The practical information and accommodation pages describe the available stay options. Any request for a participant and accompanying person is confirmed after review by the festival team.

The international Chamber Music and Guitar Ensembles and Orchestras sections contain separate categories and full regulations. Teachers can also use the dedicated Teacher page.

The English site presents the International Competition, Young Masters, masterclasses, concerts, venues, accommodation and practical information. Bulgarian national formats are not presented as international opportunities.

Young Masters is a separate programme for focused artistic and professional development, not a competition category. Its current conditions and programme elements are published on its dedicated page.

Masterclasses offer individual work with the festival’s guest teachers. Tutors, dates and confirmed organisational details are listed in the catalogue on the page.

Every confirmed format and duration is shown in the relevant tutor profile or class card. Check the specific masterclass before planning.

Accommodation, meals and transport options are described on the Accommodation page. Accommodation requests are confirmed after review by the festival team.

The Venues page presents confirmed festival locations. The programme shows a location for an event only when it has been officially confirmed.

The Partners and Become a Partner pages introduce the official partners and provide a route to the festival team.

Use the official Contact page to send your question to the festival team. For the registration steps, see How to register. If your question concerns an application you have already submitted, please include its reference number.