Metamorphosis of Castles

International festival Metamorphosis of Castles

Festival of instrumental groups and orchestras

Dates:

20.07-30.07.2022

Venues:

19.07-23.07.2021 – Czech (Prague, Ceske Budejovice)

21.07-26.07.2021 – Italy (Rimini)

Regulations:

Nominations:

  • Piano (solo only)
  • Folk instruments
  • String and plucked instruments
  • Wind instruments
  • Jazz
  • Percussion instruments
  • Mixed
  • Vocal and instrumental

Age categories in all categories:

  1. age category 6-9 years
  2. age category 10-12 years
  3. age category 13-15 years
  4. age category 16-19 years
  5. age category 20-25 years
  6. age category more than 25 years
  7. mixed age category

Events of the festival:

The international festival of competition of instrumental groups and orchestras is a unique and exclusive competition – the festival of Europe.

“Metamorphosis of Castles” invites children, youth and adult instrumental groups from around the world to take part. It is possible to participate in the competition or only in gala concerts. The highlight of the festival is the possibility of SOLO and FRIENDLY CONCERT.

This competition is aimed at shaping youth and children’s musical culture at the international level.

The competition is held in the concert hall České Budějovice.

You have the opportunity to order workshops with international conductors.

The award-winning gala concert takes place on the largest square of the Middle Ages – place Przemysl Otakar in Czech Budejovice, which is a UNESCO monument and ceremonial halls of castles of the South of the Czech Republic and concert halls.

Evaluation system:

The jury is formed to evaluate the performances. Among the famous cultural figures in Europe: professional directors, dancers, choreographers, experienced teachers, writers, artists, musicians.

Performances of the contestants are evaluated on a 20-point system:

Participant 01.00-05.9 points

diploma 1st degree 06.00-07.9 points

diploma 2st degree 08.00-10.9 points

diploma 3st degree 11.00-12.9 points

laureate 1st degree 13.00-14.9 points

laureate 2nd degree15.00-16.9 points

laureate 3rd degree17.00-18.9 points

The winner of the “Grand Prix” 19.00-20.0 points

Festival Prizes

All collectives receive diplomas with the sign of the Ministry of Education of the Czech Republic, valuable gifts from Bohemian glass with a golden angel – a symbol of the festival.

All winner of festival are awarded with

grants from 500 to 5000Eur for participation:

In the festivals in Disneyland Paris – Sympathy of Europarks

in the cruise festivals World of Youth in the Mediterranean countries
On luxury ships MSC, COSTA

Prices

Due to the current situation from 2020, prices are indicative and depend on many factors (the exact number of people in the group, date of reservation, date of payment, etc.)

Participation in the International Festival “Metamorphosis of Castles”:

  • Participant in one age category – 30 euros / in a group of 40 + 2 people / 1 nomination
  • Participant in one age category – 35 euros / in a group of 21 people / 1 nomination
  • Participant in one age category – 40 euros / in a group of 10 people / 1 nomination
  • Soloist / duet nominations – 100 euros
  • Quartet nomination – 140 euros

Hotels the Czech Republic (Prague, Czech Budejovice, Pilsen, Teplice, Karlovy Vary):

  • Hostel - Hotel 2* 10-35 EUR / person
  • Hotel 3* - 3*plus 20-55 EUR / person
  • 3* plus hotel - 4* 30-85 EUR / person
  • 4* plus hotel - 5 from 65 EUR / person.

Hotels in Italy (Rimini, Lido-Di Jesolo):

  • Hostel - Hotel 2* 10-35 EUR / person
  • Hotel 3* - 3*plus 20-55 EUR / person
  • 3*plus hotel - 4* 30-85 EUR / person
  • 4*plus hotel - 5 from 65 EUR / person.

Festival packages

Package A (Czech Republic)

Dates: 19.07-23.07.

Performances: Ceske Budejovice, Prague (Czech Republic)

Possible to order sightseengs: Vienna, Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov, lake Lipno

5 days, 4 nights

Accommodation options:

Accommodation in the Czech Republic – Hotel 4 *:

The hotel meets all the requirements of comfort. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late filing it is possible to replace the hotel 3 * plus, in the vicinity of Budejovice or in the center.

Accommodation in 2-3-bed rooms. For group leaders – 2-bed room.

Accommodation in the Czech Republic – Hotel 3 *:

The hotel meets all the requirements of comfort. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late filing it is possible to replace the hotel 3 * plus, in the vicinity of Budejovice or in the center.

Accommodation in 3-4-bed rooms. For group leaders – 2-bed room.

Accommodation in the Czech Republic:

2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

Accommodation in the Youth House in block rooms (2 + 2) with private facilities and a fridge on the block. Cases with spacious elevators are located next to the restaurant and concert hall.

Venue discos are designed only for participants of the festival. The building is surrounded by tennis courts, walking and cycling paths.

500 meters from the buildings there is a magnificent city park (one of the best in Europe) with ponds, centuries-old alleys, jogging and cycling paths.

A swimming pool with fountains and slides, a grassy beach located 10-15 minutes walk from the House of Youth.

Package B (Italy)

Dates: 2107-26.07

Performances: Rimini (Italy)

Possible to order sightseeings: Venice, Verona, Mirabilandia, Gardaland

5 days, 4 nights

Accommodation options:

Accommodation in Rimini: Hotel 4 * or 3 * plus

50-400 meters from the sea. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late filing, it is possible to replace the 3 * hotel, in the vicinity of Rimini.

Accommodation in Rimini Hotel 3 *

50-400 meters from the sea. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late application, it is possible to replace the 3 * hotel, in the vicinity of Rimini with 4-5 bed rooms with bunk beds. Group leaders are provided with a 2-bed room room.

Accommodation in Rimini:

Meals – breakfasts.

Accommodation in the Youth House in block rooms (2 + 2); (2 + 3) with amenities and on the block. The buildings are located near the bus stop, from where you can quickly get to the center of Rimini. The buildings are within walking distance from the sea (5-15 minutes). The rooms have 3-4-5 beds with 2 bunk beds. Managers are provided with a double room.

Accommodation in Rimini:

No meals.

Accommodation in the Youth House in block rooms (2 + 2); (2 + 3) with amenities and on the block. The buildings are located near the bus stop, from where you can quickly get to the center of Rimini. The buildings are within walking distance from the sea (5-15 minutes). The rooms have 3-4-5 beds with 2 bunk beds. Managers are provided with a double room.

Package C (Czech & Italy)

Dates: 20.07-26.07

Performances: Ceske Budejovice or Prague (Czech), Rimini (Italy)

Possible to order sightseeings:

Czech: Cesky Krumlov, lake Lipno

Italy: Venice, Verona, Mirabilandia, Gardaland

6 days, 5 nights

Accommodation options:

Accommodation in the Czech Republic:

Hotel 4 *: The hotel meets all the requirements of comfort.

On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner). In case of late filing it is possible to replace the hotel 3 * plus, in the vicinity of Budejovice or in the center.

Accommodation in 2-3-bed rooms. For group leaders – 2-bed room.

Accommodation in Rimini:

Hotel 4 * or 3 * plus: 50-400 meters from the sea. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late filing, it is possible to replace the 3 * hotel, in the vicinity of Rimini.

Accommodation in the Czech Republic:

Hotel 3 * The hotel meets all the requirements of comfort. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late filing it is possible to replace the hotel 3 * plus, in the vicinity of Budejovice or in the center. Accommodation in 3-4-bed rooms. Group leaders are provided with a 2-bed room room.

Accommodation in Rimini

Hotel 3 * 50-400 meters from the sea. On request, rehearsal rooms are available.

This category provides 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner).

In case of late application, it is possible to replace the 3 * hotel, in the vicinity of Rimini with 4-5 bed rooms with bunk beds. Group leaders are provided with a 2-bed room room.

Accommodation in the Czech Republic:

Meals – breakfasts.

Accommodation in the Youth House in block rooms (2 + 2) with private facilities and a fridge on the block. Cases with spacious elevators are located next to the restaurant and concert hall. Venue discos are designed only for participants of the festival. The building is surrounded by tennis courts, walking and cycling paths. 500 meters from the buildings there is a magnificent city park (one of the best in Europe) with ponds, centuries-old alleys, jogging and cycling paths. A swimming pool with fountains and slides, a grassy beach located 10-15 minutes walk from the House of Youth.

Accommodation in Rimini:

Meals – breakfasts.

Accommodation in the Youth House in block rooms (2 + 2); (2 + 3) with amenities and on the block. The buildings are located near the bus stop, from where you can quickly get to the center of Rimini. The buildings are within walking distance from the sea (5-15 minutes). The rooms have 3-4-5 beds with 2 bunk beds. Managers are provided with a double room.