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YOUTUBE RECORDING PREMIERE - ANDRES MARTIN: Cello+DoubleBass - NOVEMBER 1
The RusLan Conservatory Competition is crafted to inspire and uplift young musicians in their pursuit of excellence in music.
Eligibility:
Musicians under the age of 19 are eligible to participate.
Competition Contact Information:
- Competition Location: 6215 Ferris Sq, Unit 110, San Diego, CA 92121
- Mailing Address: 6215 Ferris Sq, Unit 110, San Diego, CA 92121
- Phone: (323)445-6558
- Email: Maestro@CelloArt.com
- Websites: www.RusLanConservatory.com/competition
- Registration Webpage: www.ruslanconservatory.com/apply-competition
- CLICK HERE OR VISIT OUR SHOPPING CART TO MAKE APPLICATION FEES PAYMENTS
Competition Auditions Location
Auditions will be held at the RusLan Conservatory in San Diego (Miramar/Mira Mesa Area). Additional information, including maps, building layouts, and parking details, can be found in the Additional Information section.
Competition Schedule
The competition spans over 2 days:
· Saturday, February 28th, 2026: Open, Solo, Ensemble and Prodigy Categories
· Sunday, March 1st, 2026: Qualified, American, Baroque, Romantic and Grand Prize Contest
- APPLICATION DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 1st, 2026
- APPLICATION FEE DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 7th, 2026
Competition Information
Contestants will be evaluated within competition groups, comprised of participants in the same category and age group. The competition group is a collection of contestants who register in the same category and the same age group. For example, Violin Entry Qualified American age 10 (VN/EA10) could be one competition group. If there is an overflow of contestants in a specific category and age group, multiple competition groups may be created. Each competition group will be evaluated independently.
Note: When creating subgroups for age groups, the contestant selection process is random.
All works written to be performed with accompaniment must be presented with a live pianist. Recorded accompaniments are not permitted. Applicants who appear before the judges without a pianist may be subject to disqualification.
CATEGORIES, Repertoire requirements, time limit and application fees
· American Category – 1 piece by American Composer, time limit 5 minutes, application fee $60
· Baroque Category – 1 piece (or movement) by the baroque era composer, time limit 5 minutes $60
· Ensemble Category – 1 or 2 pieces any style or time period, lime limit 10 minutes. Application fee vary based on size of the ensemble $60-$100 per a group.
· Open Category – 1 piece any style or time period (with accompaniment if required) no longer than 6 minutes. Application fee $70
· Qualified Category – 1 piece any style or time period, time limit 5 minutes. Application fee $60
· Prodigy Category – 2 pieces of different time periods and styles, time limit 8 minutes combined, make cuts if needed. Application Fee $100.
· Romantic Category – 1 piece (or movement) by the romantic era composer, time limit 5 minutes. Application Fee $60
· Solo Category – 1 piece originally composed for solo instrument (without accompaniment) time limit 7 minutes. Application Fee $80
Grand Prize Contest
· To qualify for the Grand Prize Contest, competitors must secure 1st Prize in either or all of the open, prodigy, and ensemble categories. Eligible candidates can register on-site. The Grand Prize Contest commences at 2 pm.
Should you qualify for the Grand Prize Contest and choose to participate, please proceed to our reception desk after receiving the results to register.
Make cuts if pieces are longer than time limit. Pieces composed with accompaniment must be performed with live pianist. We do not provide accompanists for the competition but feel free to contact our pianists, the webpage with their information is here: www.RuslanConservatory.com/pianists
Schedule:
The competition schedule is organized by timeslot, with each slot lasting 30-45 minutes. Contestants within the same timeslot can enter the competition room together. One timeslot may contain multiple competition groups (each evaluated individually). The schedule, available two weeks after registration closes, will be posted on our website.
Evaluation Process:
· Contestants will be evaluated by their competition group.
· In qualified categories, contestants are assessed individually, rather than competing against each other. Multiple first-place winners may be awarded by the Judges in all qualified categories. However, in Open and Prodigy categories, competition is not only evaluated individually but also against other participants. Typically, there is only one first-place winner or even none if the Judge is unsatisfied with any performance in the group.
· Each performance will be evaluated by two or three judges based on presentation, technique, musicality, and overall combination.
· Judges will provide opinions or suggestions on comment sheets and award contestants 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th place.
· Winners of each competition group in the Open and Prodigy categories qualify for the Grand Prize Contest.
Result, Commenting Sheet, and Trophy
After each time slot, judges will determine placements and provide results to event administrators for recording and error-checking. Results will be displayed on our posting board one hour after the time slot. All contestants will receive copies of the comment sheet, a certificate of winning, and a trophy. In some cases where the trophy is unavailable on-site, we will mail trophies to winners a few weeks after the competition. Trophies will be distributed after the results are posted. For those unable to wait for the results and prefer a drop/ship option, please provide shipping information at the trophy desk. Please note, shipping and handling charges may apply. Kindly follow staff instructions on-site and ensure name plate accuracy. Any errors should be communicated to our staff for appropriate corrections.
Requirements during the competition
· The competition room will have two judges and a coordinator. Contestants must adhere to their instructions; failure to do so may result in disqualification or expulsion from the competition room.
· Ensure you have two copies of the evaluation forms before entering the competition room. Evaluation forms are available on the RusLan Conservatory website.
· Proper performance attire is required, considering that presentation is one of the adjudication criteria.
· Avoid direct approaches to judges unless necessary. All judges' decisions are final, with corrections only applicable to recording errors, improper comments, or processing mistakes.
· Music scores for pieces performed must be provided to judges for reference.
TO APPLY VISIT
https://ruslanconservatory.com/apply-competition or use button below.
CLICK HERE OR VISIT OUR SHOPPING CART TO MAKE APPLICATION FEES PAYMENTS
- APPLICATION DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 1st, 2026
- APPLICATION FEE DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 7th, 2026
RusLan Conservatory
6215 Ferris Square, Unit 110, San Diego, California 92121, United States
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