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Choirs competing in Category C are NOT allowed to compete in the Youth Category of A, B or D.
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Choirs competing in categories with age limits must strictly adhere to them. The organisers reserve the right to check the age of singers. |
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No competition pieces are to be repeated. |
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All competition pieces subjected to approval by the artistic committee. |
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Only live accompaniments are allowed. The use of any kind of playback or soundtrack is strictly prohibited. |
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Original compositions by composers born in the 20 th century are to be performed in the original key. Unless otherwise stated by the composers in written instruction. |
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Choirs singing in the transposed keys for the earlier works should inform the festival office in advance, with clear indication on scores upon submission. |
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Singing time during the competition is to be strictly observed. 5% of the total points will be penalized for exceeding the singing time stated in the rules. |
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All choirs to submit 7 sets of original scores to the organiser , 6 copies will be returned to groups after competition and 1 copy will be retained by the festival office for archive. Photocopied scores of published works will not be accepted. |
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Unauthorized audio/visual recording during competitions and concerts is strictly prohibited. |
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No acoustic checks are allowed prior to the competition. |
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Decisions of the adjudicators are final. No further correspondence shall be entertained. |
