Introduction
21st Century Cultural Arts Development is proud to once again gather talents from various countries to perform in the field of Band, Chinese Orchestra and Dance, to be held from 3rd to 7th December 2009 at First World Hotel Convention Centre, West Malaysia. For the past 5 years, 21CCAD has been vigorously promoting and encouraging cultural exchange through organising music festivals and international competitions. With 21st Century International Arts Festival 2009, we hope to inculcate in our youths, an enthusiasm for understanding and appreciating music by coming together on this international event to showcase each of their own talents.

Objectives
• To promote cultural exchange and arts awareness globally
• To attend master classes conducted by professionals
• To establish friendships between various participants from various countries
• To provide a platform for participants to perform and be judged by International Adjudicators to showcase each of their own talents.

About the venue
First World Hotel, Genting Highlands, West Malaysia
Genting International Convention Centre (GICC)

Just outside the bustling metropolis of Kuala Lumpur is Genting Highlands Resort, better known as Genting - City of Entertainment. Genting, amidst the refreshing cool air, has everything to offer, combining fun-filled attractions with entertainment and the luxury of an international class destination, to cater for the many diverse cultures and visitors from all walks of life.

Extensive plans over the years, including the completion of the First World Complex - First World Hotel, First World Plaza and Genting International Convention Centre - in 2001 have ensured that its facilities and amenities have made it Malaysia's premier, fully-integrated family holiday destination and the resort of choice. Over 15 million visitors, both Malaysians and international visitors, visit Genting each year.

The Genting International Convention Centre (GICC), which is part of the First World Complex, is also fast making its mark as a favourite international destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions. In fact the 2nd International Chinese Music Festival (2004) and International Band Competition (2005) organised by 21CCAD were held at this very same venue.
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