“EOLIA” the 6^th International wind orchestras Competition of Strasbourg - 2008 (6^ème Concours International de Strasbourg pour orchestres à vent – 2008) is open to all concert bands regardless of the number of musicians they are composed of.

During the Competition each band must perform :

     1)     A compulsory work in its competing category (see list of compulsory pieces at end of document )
2)     A work of its choice to be found in the list corresponding to its category.

These pieces to be played during the contest must come from the 6^th International Competition of Strasbourg lists. No exceptions shall be granted.

II- Inscription formalities

Each band must send back the registration form, duly completed and signed, along with a cheque of 200 Euros (this sum will go to the organisers in case of withdrawal after 1^st April 2008) to the following address :

 EOLIA 2008
F.S.M.A. - Maison des associations – 1a, place des Orphelins
F- 67000 STRASBOURG , France

·        a brief historical and artistic biography of the band (max. 20 lines)
·        the artistic résumé of the conductor (max. 20 lines)
·        a photograph of the band
·        a list of the musicians who are to compete, along with the instruments they play,
·        3 original copies of the scores of the chosen piece.
Scores will be returned to the bands at the end of the competition.
·        if possible, any recently recorded material (C.D, MP3…)
·        a layout of the orchestra including each player's exact position. 

III) Conditions of Participation

1)     The order in which the contestants will compete shall be determined by the  artistic management according to the artistic, material or organisational contingencies of the competition . Bands and ensembles will be notified in due time concerning the dates and times of their appearance.

2)     During the contest, a conductor may conduct several bands or ensembles, or a band might be conducted by two different conductors.

3)     Members of the organising and artistic committee shall not be allowed to participate in the competition in any way whatsoever.

4)     The artistic management must be informed if any changes are made in the composition of the orchestra once the registration form has been sent and shall inform the president of the jury before the competition at the latest.

5)     If the number of participants in a single category is insufficient, the Organisers reserve the right to cancel the rounds in that category.

6)     During the Competition, the participating bands or ensembles must inform the Organisers of any concerts or performances they may give.

7)     The Organisers reserve all rights concerning the use of films, videos, photographs or recordings made during the competition.

8)     The civil liability of the Organisers will be assured for the duration of the competition and they are not responsible for any accident to persons or belongings. Each group must have its own insurance.

9)     Travel and accommodations are at the expense of the participating bands. However, the Organisers can recommend an agency specialised in finding  room and boarding at special rates.

  IV – Jury and adjudication

1)   The jury will be selected among internationally renowned and recognized  artists.

2)    Each jury (one per category or for two categories) will be composed of at least three members.

3)    After having performed the two pieces each band or ensemble will be given a maximum of 200 points (100 points per piece for option 1) by the jury according to the following criteria:

·       intonation, sound, balance
·        dynamics, phrasing
·        tempo, rhythm
·        style, musicality
·        ensemble playing, general impression 

4)    The jury may attribute a special distinction to a conductor.

5)    The exact composition of the juries will be announced at the beginning of the competition before the first round.

6)    The conclusions of the jury are to be considered final.

7)    The bands or ensembles which are not present at the established time of their performance may be excluded from the competition.

8)    The results will be announced at the end of the competition, during the closing ceremony on Sunday, Mai 11^th 2008 starting at 16h00.

9)    Each conductor will personally receive an evaluation report a few weeks after the competition.

1) Prizes may be awarded in each category according to the following scale :

·      180 to 200 points                            1^st Prize
·       160 to 179 points                            2^nd Prize
·       140 to 159 points                            3^rd Prize

The jury will award a special distinction to those bands or ensembles having obtained between 190 and 200 points.

2)     All participating bands and ensembles will receive a trophy (an original and unique work of art)  as well as a diploma indicating their results.

3)     The Organisers and/or their partners may give awards of different sorts : cash, musical equipment, services, gift certificates etc.

1)     The 6^th International Competition of Strasbourg will take place in the “Palais de la Musique et des Congrès” (5 halls with capacities ranging from 300 to 2000 seats) and in other halls of the town. The other side events: concerts, performances etc. will take place in various parts of the city and in the neighbouring towns and villages. Participating bands may take part in them if they wish  and they will be contacted later on for further information.

2)     During the Competition a musical and artistic exhibition as well as prestigious concerts open to the public and to the participants, will take place in the “Palais de la Musique et des Congrès”.

3)     Bands who wish to do any sightseeing during their stay may contact the following agency:

  HOLIDAY MAKER
1, Quai Finkmatt – F- STRASBOURG ( France )
Tel: +33(0)3 88 75 76 73 – Fax: +33(0)3 88 75 76 40
E-mail: info@holiday-maker.net

Approved agency for restauration, tourism and accommodations

2)     Any complaints regarding the rules and regulation of the Competition must be made to the Organisers. Only the original French text will be taken into consideration.

3)     Registration to the 6^th International Competition of Strasbourg for Wind orchestras implies acceptance of the above conditions and rules.