Evaluation Criteria

How participants are judged

Technical Excellence

Precision, intonation, rhythm, and bow technique

40%

Musical Interpretation

Expressiveness, phrasing, dynamics, and artistic vision

40%

Stage Presence

Performance confidence, communication, and professionalism

20%

International Jury

The competition features a distinguished international jury composed of renowned pedagogues, performers, and competition winners from around the world. All jury members have extensive experience in string education and performance.

Jury Composition

  • 7-9 international jury members
  • From at least 5 different countries
  • Anonymous evaluation process

Scoring System

  • 100-point scale
  • Highest and lowest scores excluded
  • Final decision is binding

Competition Rounds

Round 1: Preliminary

Initial screening round - up to 15 minutes performance

Round 2: Semi-Final

Selected participants - up to 25 minutes performance

Round 3: Final

Finalists with symphony orchestra - up to 35 minutes