The Jury of the Gold Star International Music Competition reserves the right to:
Listen to a portion of the performance if they deem it sufficient for judgment
Withhold awards if the minimum required points are not achieved, following international competition standards.
Decide on joint prizes or break ties in case of a draw.
Minimum Points Requirement:
For each competition round and category, the following minimum points apply:
Preliminary:
Gold Prize – 80 points and above
Silver Prize – 70 points and above
Bronze Prize – 60 points and above
Grand Final:
First Prize – Awarded to the top-scoring participant in the category with a minimum of 90 points.
Second Prize – Awarded to the second-highest scoring participant in the category with a minimum of 85 points.
Third Prize – Awarded to the third-highest scoring participant in the category with a minimum of 80 points.
Honourable Mention – Granted at the discretion of the Jury Panel.
Grand Final Registration Fee:
To participate in the Grand Final, Finalists are required to pay a registration fee.
Category Adjustments:
The Gold Star International Music Competition reserves the right to combine or divide age group categories as necessary based on the number of participants.
Prize Limitations and Changes:
The Gold Star International Music Competition reserves the right to limit the total number of awards for each category and may alter the value and type of awards without prior notice. 6. Participant Expenses:
All participants and accompanying members are responsible for their own expenses, and no reimbursements will be provided.
Public Rounds and Observers:
The live rounds of the Gold Star International Music Competition are open to the public. Participants and their associates may observe all competition classes.
All individuals wishing to observe live competition rounds (including parents, teachers, and page turners) are required to purchase a pass.
Liability and Rights:
The Gold Star International Music Competition holds no liability for illness, injury, or damage during the competition or related journeys.
The Gold Star International Music Competition has unrestricted rights to film, broadcast, photograph, and record any part of the participant’s involvement, including rehearsals and performances. Participants agree to waive any claims to financial rewards arising from the distribution or use of such recordings.
Compliance and Acceptance:
Participants must strictly adhere to the registration rules, including the submission of all requested documents. By submitting the Registration Form, participants are deemed to have agreed to and are expected to comply with the ‘Rules & Regulations’ and ‘Terms & Conditions’ of the Gold Star International Music Competition.