Miércoles, 07 de abril 2004
Concursos en el Montreux Jazz Festival 2004
Fuente: sedajazz

Gibson Montreux Jazz Guitar Competition 2004 In 2004, the Montreux Jazz Festival and Gibson Guitar created the Guitar Competition to provide an opportunity for promising young musicians to display their creative talents through a blues guitar competition. The Semi Finals and the Final of the Annual Guitar Competition will take place in the Montreux Palace, the city’s best-known hotel, and is a featured part of the Montreux Jazz Festival. This is the perfect environment environment for young musicians to gain the recognition of an international audience. The Guitar Competition is sponsored by Gibson Guitar Corp. and is also supported by the IAJE (International Association of Jazz Educators), the Montreux Conservatory and the Montreux Palace. Jury The competition is placed under the patronage of Quincy Jones, ambassador extraordinary to the Montreux Jazz Festival. The jury will include three guitarists and two famous artists. A public prize is also awarded. Details of the Competition General rules and regulations - Musical pieces are to be presented as instrumental versions only, accompanied by a duo (bass and drum). Scores should be sent in advance of competition dates in order to be given to the accompanying musicians. - Competitors will perform in alphabetical order. The same order will be maintained for the remaining performances. - Semi-finals: Public performances of 15 minutes in front of the jury, in July 2004 (specific dates tba). - Finals: Finalists will perform the day following the semi-finals, in July 2004 (specific date tba). - Competitors should present different pieces for the semi-finals and the finals. - All performances are open to the public. The awards ceremony will take place immediately following the finals. Recordings The MJF Competition reserves the right to record audio and video material of the competitors’ performances and shares ownership of this material with Gibson Guitar Corp. The candidate gives all rights for radio and television transmission, as well as for eventual recording production to the Montreux Jazz Festival Foundation. The recording, if any, will be done with a NAGRA 5. Entry admission The Competition is open to guitarists of all nationalities, born after January 1, 1974, (not older than 30 years old). Previous winners of the Competition are not allowed to participate a second time, and the semi-finalists are not allowed to participate more than three times. Stages of the Competition First Selection May 20, 2004.Jury members will examine applications along with demo CDs (10 minutes) and compile a short list of candidates (maximum 15 competitors). Candidates who have been short-listed for the semi-finals will be notified by June 1, 2004. Candidates must confirm their participation in writing. Semi-finals The candidates qualified for the semi-finals will perform in Montreux in July, 2004 (specific date tba). A maximum of four competitors will be chosen for the Finals. Final Finals will be held in July, 2004 (specific date tba). Miscellaneous Travel and accommodation Travel and accommodation expenses are to be covered entirely by the candidate. The MJF Competition office can help, however, by providing addresses of hotels and youth hostels in the area. Information and contact at the Montreux Jazz Festival Information and contact at the Montreux Jazz Festival P.O. Box 126 CH -1820 Montreux Tel. +41 21 966 44 45 Fax. +41 21 966 44 48 E-mail guitarcompetition@montreuxjazz.com Prizes in CHF First prize - Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Custom Authentic Goldtop guitar - Concert during the 39th edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival, July 2005 - Concert, master class and participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach, California Second prize - Gibson Lucille guitar - Master class presented by a famous vocalist and participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach, California Third prize Les Paul Standard guitar Participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach, California Public prize Epiphone Les Paul guitare Application form to be downloaded and sent with the requested items by May 15, 2004. The competition is open to jazz singers of all nationalities, born after January 1st, 1974. 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 TIME Montreux Jazz Solo Piano Competition 2004 In 1999, the Montreux Jazz Festival founded the Solo Piano Competition in memory of the great jazz pianists of the past. So that the tradition of solo jazz piano is perpetuated, promising young players display their talent. The Competition is organised annually as part of the Montreux Jazz Festival. It affords a unique opportunity for young musicians to gain the recognition of an international audience of connoisseurs. The Competition takes place in one of Montreux’s best-known hotels, the Montreux Palace. The peaceful atmosphere provides the perfect environment to appreciate the various performances. The Competition is held thanks to the support and sponsorship of TIME magazine. The IAJE (International Association of Jazz Educators), NAGRA, Hug Music and Steinway & Sons, the Montreux Conservatory, the Balik Farm and the Montreux Palace are supporting this event. Jury The Competition is placed under the patronage of Quincy Jones, ambassador extraordinary to the Montreux Jazz Festival. With the collaboration of three brilliant pianists and two famous artists. Furthermore, a public prize is awarded. Details of the Competition General rules and regulations The musical pieces are to be presented for solo piano exclusively. All performances are open to the public. The competitors will perform in alphabetical order. The same order will be maintained for the remaining performances. Semi-finals: Public performances (15 min.) in front of the jury, in July (accurate dates will follow) Final: The 4 finalists will perform, July (accurate date will follow) (each program 20 min.). Please note that the pieces presented should be different for the semi-finals and the final. The ceremony awards will take place after the finale. Recordings The MJF Competition reserves the right to record audio and video material of the competitors’ performances and remains the sole owner of this material. The candidate gives all rights for radio and television transmission, as well as for eventual recording production to the Montreux Jazz Festival Foundation. The recording will be done with a NAGRA 5. Entry admission The Competition is open to everyone born after January 1st, 1974, except the winners of the previous years (the winner of the Competition is not allowed to participate a second time and the semi-finalists are not allowed to participate more than three times). Stages of the Competition First Selection Jury members will examine applications along with CDs (10 minutes). Short listing of candidates Candidates who have been short-listed for the semi-finals will be notified by May 1st, 2004. These candidates have to confirm their participation (in writing). Semi-finals (maximum 15 competitors) The candidates qualified for the semi-finals will be invited to perform in Montreux in July, 2004 (accurate dates will follow). Final (maximum 4 competitors) Will be held in July, 2004 (accurate dates will follow). Selection dates April 16th, 2004: short-listing for semi-finals on the basis of candidates’ application forms and demo material. July, 2004: semi-finals, finale and ceremony awards at the Montreux Palace (accurate dates will follow). Miscellaneous Travel and accommodation Travel and accommodation expenses are to be covered entirely by the candidate. The MJF Competition office can help however by providing addresses of hotels and youth hostels in the area. Pianos The candidates are guaranteed regular access to a piano for practice during the period of the Competition. Information and contact at the Montreux Jazz Festival Montreux Jazz Festival Solo Piano Competition P.O. Box 126 CH -1820 Montreux Tel. +41 21 966 44 45 Fax. +41 21 966 44 48 E-mail pianocompetition@montreuxjazz.com Prizes in CHF First prize CHF 5 000.– (approx. $ 3’845.–, approx. Euro 3’125.–) offered by the Association of the Friends of the Festival Concert during the 39th edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival in July 2005 Concert, masterclass and participation at the 32nd IAJE (International Association of Jazz Educators) conference in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Recording and mastering of a demo at the famous «The Balik Farm GmbH» studio in Ebersol (Switzerland) Second prize CHF 3 000.– (approx. $ 2’305.–, approx. Euro 1’875.–) offered by Hug Musique Lausanne and Steinway Hall Suisse Romande Masterclass presented by a famous pianist and participation at the 32nd IAJE conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Third prize CHF 2 000.– (approx. $ 1’540.–, approx. Euro 1’250.–) offered by the Association of the Friends of the Festival Participation in a during the 32nd IAJE conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Public prize A multi CD box of a famous pianist (approx. amount CHF 500.-) offered by Hug Musique Lausanne and Steinway Hall Suisse Romande as well as a certificate. Application form to be downloaded and sent along with the requested items by April 16th, 2004. The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities, born after January 1st, 1974. 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Shure Montreux Jazz Voice Competition 2004 In 2003, the Montreux Jazz Festival founded the Voice Competition in memory of the great jazz singers of the past. So that the tradition of singing is perpetuated, promising young vocalists display their talent. The Competition is organised annually as part of the Montreux Jazz Festival. It affords a unique opportunity for young musicians to gain the recognition of an international audience of connoisseurs. The Competition takes place in Montreux’s best-known hotel, the Montreux Palace. The peaceful atmosphere provides the perfect environment to appreciate the various performances. The competition is held thanks to the sponsorship of Shure Europe. The IAJE (International Association of Jazz Educators), the Montreux Conservatory and the Montreux Palace are supporting this event. Jury The competition is placed under the patronage of Quincy Jones, ambassador extraordinary to the Montreux Jazz Festival. With the collaboration of three brilliant singers and two famous artists. Futhermore a public prize is awarded. Details of the Competition General rules and regulations The musical pieces are to be presented accompanied either with a trio or with a piano (the score should be sent ahead in order to be given to the musicians). All performances are open to the public. The competitors will perform in alphabetical order. The same order will be maintained for the remaining performances. Semi-finals: Public performances (15 min.) in front of the jury, in July (accurate dates will follow). Final: The finalists will perform the day following the semi-finals, in July (accurate date will follow). Please note that the pieces presented should be different for the semi-finals and the final. The ceremony awards will take place right after the final. Recordings The MJF Competition reserves the right to record audio and video material of the competitors’ performances and remains the sole owner of this material. The candidate gives all rights for radio and television transmission, as well as for eventual recording production to the Montreux Jazz Festival Foundation. The recording, if any, will be done with a NAGRA 5. Entry admission The Competition is open to everyone born after January 1st, 1974, except the winners of the previous years (the winner of the Competition is not allowed to participate a second time and the semi-finalists are not allowed to participate more than three times). Stages of the Competition First Selection April 16th, Jury members will examine applications along with CDs (10 minutes). Short listing of candidates Candidates who have been short-listed for the semi-finals will be notified by May 1st, 2004. These candidates have to confirm their participation (in writing). Semi-finals (maximum 15 competitors) The candidates qualified for the semi-finals will be invited to perform in Montreux in July, 2004 (accurate dates will follow). Final (maximum 4 competitors) Will be held in July, 2004 (accurate dates will follow). Selection dates April 16th, 2004: short-listing for semi-finals on the basis of candidates’ application forms and demo material. July, 2004: semi-finals, final and awards ceremony at the Montreux Palace (accurate dates will follow). Miscellaneous Travel and accommodation Travel and accommodation expenses are to be covered entirely by the candidate. The MJF Competition office can help however by providing addresses of hotels and youth hostels in the area. Pianos The candidates are guaranteed regular access to a piano for practice during the period of the Competition. Information and contact at the Montreux Jazz Festival Montreux Jazz Festival Voice Competition P.O. Box 126 CH -1820 Montreux Tel. +41 21 966 44 45 Fax. +41 21 966 44 48 E-mail voicecompetition@montreuxjazz.com Prizes in CHF First prize CHF 5'000.- (approx. $ 3'845.-, approx. Euro 3'125.-) Concert during the 39th edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival in July 2005 Concert, masterclass and participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Second prize CHF 3'000.- (approx. $ 2’305.-, approx. Euro 1’875.-) Masterclass presented by a famous vocalist and participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Third prize CHF 2'000.- (approx. $ 1’540.-, approx. Euro 1’250.-) Participation at the 32nd IAJE Conference (International Association of Jazz Educators) in January 2005 in Long Beach (CA) Public prize A multi CD box of a famous singer as well as a certificate Each of the finalists will be given a high-class microphone from Shure. Application form to be downloaded and sent along with the requested items by April 16th, 2004. The competition is open to jazz singers of all nationalities, born after January 1st, 1974.