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VIVAVOCE International Singing Competition
Next edition
- Edition
- 2026
- Dates
- 16 May 2026
- Location
- Philip Kutev Hall, Sofia
- Registration deadline
- 10 May 2026
- Fee
- EUR 80 (Bulgarian participants EUR 50)
Source: ardenzamusic.org
Overview
Classical singing competition in Sofia open to singers of all nationalities, aimed at supporting young performers and promoting Bulgarian vocal music. It has five age groups from 14 upwards, so it covers both youth and adult singers.
- Organiser
- Ardenza Foundation
- Instruments
- Voice
- Category
- Opera & general voice
- Age limits
- Groups: 14-16, 17-19, 20-23, over 24, over 35
Rules & repertoire
Registration & fee
Online application form plus documents; fee EUR 80 (Bulgarian participants EUR 50); accompanist service EUR 30
Rounds & time limits
- Single public round
Repertoire
Each group includes a Bulgarian song or aria; Group I a small baroque aria; Group II a baroque or classical aria; Groups III-IV two arias of choice (18th-21st century).
Jury & prizes
Jury
Not published on the official pages we could check.Prizes
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in each group
- Highest-scoring first-prize winner performs at the Gala concert
Past editions
Not published on the official pages we could check.Summarised from official sources, last checked 11 Nov 2026. Main source