Festival-competition “Tbilisi tunes”. October 28 – November 1/3, 2026
INTERNATIONAL MULTI-GENRE FESTIVAL-COMPETITION “TBILISI TUNES”
DATES: October 28 – November 1/3, 2026 LOCATION: Georgia / Tbilisi or Georgia / Tbilisi + Armenia / Yerevan
SUPPORTED BY
The Festival-Competition is organized by the Organizing Committee of the International Project for Creative Development of Children and Youth ALLIANCE OF TALENTS, World Music in Kazakhstan, LLC Victoria, and “Intellect Plus” School.
JURY
International Jury.
CATEGORIES / NOMINATIONS
Piano: soloists, ensembles (only on one instrument, 4 hands)
String Instruments: soloists, ensembles
Wind Instruments: soloists, ensembles
Folk Instruments: soloists, ensembles
Percussion Instruments: soloists, ensembles
Orchestras
Vocals: academic, pop, folk
Choirs
Choreography: modern dance, folk dance, stylized dance, ballroom dance, street dance, classical ballet, and others according to accepted applications
Reciters, Masters of Ceremonies / Presenters
Theater Ensembles
Fashion Theaters
Designers
Decorative & Applied Arts (DAA), Fine Arts
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
Instrumentalists: perform one piece of free choice, total duration not exceeding 5 minutes.
Vocalists: perform one piece of free choice, total duration not exceeding 5 minutes.
Dancers: perform one dance with a total duration not exceeding 5 minutes. An ensemble/group may present several dances, but no more than 3 in each age category. In this case, each dance counts as a separate application, with a separate list of participants, and is paid separately at a discount. Each ensemble/group has the right to enter no more than 9 performances in different categories and age groups.
Fine Arts: provide one piece of work in any technique and defend it before the jury (all necessary materials according to the technique used must be brought along). A plein air session is also provided; based on plein air results, additional diplomas and awards are granted (bring all necessary materials and an easel).
Multiple Participation: participation in 2 or more categories is permitted.
AWARDS AND EVALUATION RULES
Award ceremony and prize presentation will take place on stage.
Contestants do not have the right to inspect evaluation protocols of the competition program without permission of the Jury Chairman. The Jury’s decision is final and not subject to appeal!
Evaluation scores according to competition protocols are not open for public discussion. Directors may receive an extract from the jury meeting minutes by post or email within 7 working days.
Results of competition performances will be published on Instagram: @souz_talantov within 3 working days after the competition ends.
Awards: Medals and diplomas of international standard are provided for participants and winners. Winners of 1st Prizes and Grand Prix will receive commemorative gifts and certificates for participation in other festivals organized by ALLIANCE OF TALENTS and/or World Music in Kazakhstan. All teachers receive diplomas of appreciation (letters of thanks).
Cups are awarded to groups/ensembles of over 10 people. One group diploma is issued to the director; group members receive a commemorative medal with the competition logo and a personalized diploma. Regardless of the number of dances, group members receive one medal and one diploma! If the group desires a diploma and medal for each participant for each performance, each performance is paid without a discount.
Participant’s full name will be copied exactly as specified in the application.
The Jury evaluates performances by secret ballot and may divide the title of Laureate among several participants. The Jury’s decision is final and non-appealable. The number of prize places is not limited. The Organizer is not responsible for Jury decisions and placement awards.
AGE CATEGORIES
Preschool: up to 6 years old (inclusive)
Junior: 7–9 years old
Middle: 10–12 years old
Middle Plus: 13–15 years old
Senior: 16–18 years old
Youth: 19–25 years old
Adult: 26 years old and older
Professional: over 18 years old, currently studying or graduated from a specialized institution
Teacher and Student
Mixed Category
TERMS AND REGULATIONS
Audience & Badges: Entrance fee for spectators is 6 GEL. Directors and participants enter free with badges. Each director must wear a badge with the following information: Full Name, Ensemble/Group Name, City.
Audio Tracks: All tracks must be sent to grand-olimpiada@mail.ru no later than 15 days before arrival. Each track/backing track must include in its filename: 1. Composition title as specified in the application; 2. Ensemble name / Participant’s Full Name.
Cancellations & Refunds: If a participant cannot attend due to any reason, the registration fee is non-refundable. Refunds for accommodation packages follow hotel policy: 15–30 days prior to arrival – bank charges + cost of 1 night deducted; 10–15 days prior to arrival – 30% retained; less than 10 days prior – 100% retained.
Appreciation Letters: If a letter of appreciation is needed for a school/studio director or manager, specify exact Full Name, titles, and exact reasons for appreciation in the application.
Consent: Submitting an application implies that participants and their parents (legal representatives) have read and agreed to all terms of these Regulations and grant consent to the Organizer for using photo and video materials with their participation in media and social networks.
Stage & Backstage Rules: Throwing foreign objects on stage (confetti, feathers), using props with fire, foam, or water is strictly prohibited. Street shoes are forbidden on stage, even during rehearsals. Only the choreographer and invited participants for the next scheduled number are allowed backstage. Entering backstage without invitation or stepping down into the hall from the stage is prohibited. Dressing room allocation is managed by the Organizer; occupying another group’s dressing room is forbidden.
Behavior & Conduct: Incorrect or offensive behavior on stage, in dressing rooms, or in the auditorium towards host staff, Organizer, Jury members, or other participants is strictly prohibited.
Liability & Security: The Organizer is not liable for accidents or theft during the event and award ceremony. Choreographers-directors and parents (legal representatives) bear financial liability for property damage. The Organizer is not liable for copyrighted choreography. Participants and parents bear full responsibility for their health and personal belongings.
Use of Fees: Registration fees are used for event organization: hall rental, decoration, awards and promo materials, host/volunteer fees, jury fees, etc. In case of insufficient participants, the event may be canceled with a full refund of registration fees.
Disqualification: In case of violation of terms, the Organizer reserves the right to disqualify participants without refunding the registration fee.
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
Day 1: Transfer from Tbilisi Airport to the venue/accommodation. Sightseeing bus tour. Hotel check-in. Registration with the Organizing Committee. Dinner* at 19:00 (cold dinner provided for late arrivals).
Day 2: 07:00–08:30 Breakfast. 09:00 Rehearsals (subject to availability). Escort to venue. Excursion to Mtskheta*. 13:00 Guided walking tour of Old Town Tbilisi. 20:00 Dinner*.
Day 3: 07:00–08:30 Breakfast. 09:00 Escort to competition venue. 10:00 Performances in Arts & Culture categories. Excursion to Kakheti (Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Gremi, Nekresi)*. 20:00 Dinner*.
Day 4: 07:00–08:30 Breakfast. Excursion to Kazbegi (Ananuri, Gudauri, Kazbegi)*. 19:00 Festive Award Ceremony based on competition results. 20:00 Dinner*.
Day 5: 07:00–08:30 Breakfast. Transfer to airport. Departure.
Note: This schedule is for informational purposes. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to alter the schedule based on received applications and technical requirements.
COSTS AND PARTICIPATION FEES
Package Price (Participants & Accompanying Persons): 350 EUR per person
Optional Second Event (Subject Olympiad in Math, Physics, Biology, Russian, or English): Additional 50 EUR / person
Package Includes:
Accommodation for 4 nights in a 3*-4* hotel (triple rooms).
Meals: Breakfast.
Transfers: Tbilisi Airport – Hotel – Tbilisi Airport (on official arrival/departure days between 08:00 and 19:00, for groups of 8+ people. Groups under 8 people travel independently by taxi/public transport).
Escort to the competition venue.
Sightseeing bus tour of Tbilisi.
Guided walking tour of the Old Town.
Bonus: 1 free group leader per 10 paying participants (airfare not included).
Registration Fees (Organizing Fee per Entry):
Category / Type
With Accommodation
Local Participants (Georgia)
Independent Accommodation
Soloists
50 EUR
100 GEL
100 EUR
Duets
40 EUR / person
80 GEL / person
80 EUR / person
Groups 3–8 persons
30 EUR / person
65 GEL / person
60 EUR / person
Groups 9+ persons
20 EUR / person
35 GEL / person
50 EUR / person
Optional Excursions & Services (Additional Fee):
Excursion to Mtskheta: 30 EUR
Excursion to Kakheti (Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Gremi, Nekresi): 70 EUR
Excursion to Kazbegi (Ananuri, Gudauri, Kazbegi): 65 EUR
Single / Double room accommodation surcharge: upon request
Additional nights: 50 EUR per person / night
Transfer Kutaisi Airport – Tbilisi: from 25 EUR / person one way (groups of 15+ people)
Excursion to Armenia (2 nights in Yerevan + 1 night in Tbilisi): 350 EUR (Includes transfer Tbilisi–Yerevan–Tbilisi, 3* hotel, breakfasts, tours of Yerevan, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Lake Sevan, Dilijan).
* Exchange Rate Note: Base rate is 1 EUR = 3.2 GEL. Prices are adjusted if currency fluctuates by more than 2%.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION & CONTACTS
Application Deadline: October 1, 2026 (strictly in Word format, non-scanned, sent to grand-olimpiada@mail.ru).
