A Cordial Invitation! We cordially invite choirs and orchestras from all over the world, especially from Europe and China, to participate in the 7th World Youth Arts Festival 2025, where you will meet international choirs and orchestras, as well as renowned conductors and pedagogues, who are expecting to exchange ideas about music with you. We hope you will enjoy an unforgettable festival stay in Vienna and experience one of the most beautiful capitals in the world.
Event Elements as following:
+ Opening and Welcome Ceremony
On the morning of the 17th of July, the opening ceremony of the Festival will take place in Vienna, „Das Muth“. Representatives of artistic groups from around the world will give speeches and present their excellent performances to welcome all participants and open the 7th World Youth Art Festival. Music as the common language of the world demonstrates the interconnectedness and fusion of cultures. By coming together, each participant, regardless of age, nationality and background of birth, carries the message of promoting international understanding while showcasing their own artistry and cultural characteristics. (Venue: Das MuTh)
+ Special Concert of International Ensembles (The Opening Gala)
In the evening, the best international ensembles will be gathered in the MOST MODERN CONCERT & THEATRE HALL of VIENNA with UNIQUE ACOUSTICS for a special concert, taking all the participating ensembles and the Viennese audience on a journey through the world’s music and culture. Through the language of music, we will be able to better understand and respect the cultural heritage and humanistic spirit of different countries and regions, and to appreciate the artistic expressions of different parts of the world. The concert will be a celebration of intercultural exchange! (Venue: Das MuTh)
Choir Competition Judging Criteria (Click to Expand)
| Dimension | Evaluation Details |
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| 1. Basic Skills | Intonation (horizontal/vertical), rhythm, beat, tempo, dynamics, accuracy of expression marks, faithful interpretation of the piece. |
| 2. Vocal Skills | Voice production/control, tonal beauty/variation, voice unity, balance between sections, overall harmony. |
| 3. Artistic Performance | Musical proportion, structure, phrasing, integrity, and emotional impact. |
Orchestra Competition Judging Criteria (Click to Expand)
| Dimension | Evaluation Details |
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| 1. Technical Proficiency | Pitch accuracy, rhythm, tempo control. |
| 2. Musical Expression | Musical perception, understanding, playing style, emotional delivery. |
| 3. Integrity of Performance | Consistency and fluency in interpretation. |
| 4. Detail Handling | Accuracy in techniques (e.g., fingering/string changes), dynamics, tempo variations. |
| 5. Overall Team Image | Costume, stage demeanor, mental focus. |
+ Master Classes (Ensemble Coaching)
Ensembles taking part in the 7th World Youth Arts Festival (Vienna) 2025 will have the opportunity to sign up for a masterclass with a international conducting expert. The profiles of the conducting experts are listed in the appendix.
Registered teams prepare One music piece of their own choice. (Venue: YAMAHA Concert Hall of Vienna)
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An international conducting expert gives new input for stimulating artistic ideas and interpretive guidance
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For an effective rehearsal, ensembles must prepare the piece of music and send it in advance to the e-mail address of the Organising Committee.
+ “Voice of Youth” Special Concert
On the evening of 18 July, ensembles from all over the world will greet each other with the sound of music, smile at Vienna and show themselves to the world. This could be the most beautiful memory of the participants‘ musical journey to Vienna this summer. The 7th World Youth Arts Festival (Vienna) – „Voices of Youth” Special Concert. (Venue: YAMAHA Concert Hall of Vienna)
+ Gala Concert ：The 7th World Youth Arts Festival, Awards and Closing Ceremony
On 19 July, the Gala Concert and Awards Ceremony of the 7th World Youth Arts Festival will take place in the world-famous Golden Hall of the Musikverein in Vienna. Time: 10:00 – 13:00；15:30 – 18:00
The Organising Committee will award certificates of honour to all the teams present for their participation in this festival. The festival events will also culminate in this world-class music hall.(Venue: The Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein)
+ Symposium on the development of music education for young people
During the festival, the organising committee, together with European experts and professors in the field of musical art, will organise a symposium on the development of music education for young people.
Participation: Conductors and music educators. The Symposium is an opportunity for music educators to explore and share teaching methods and models, to inject new energy into music education and to participate in our international exchange programmes for the future. (Venue: To be determined)
+ Charity Shows
During the festival, participating ensembles may also perform at local elderly homes or other charitable organisations in Vienna. It is a wonderful artistic practice for the young musicians to communicate with different groups of people through music with love. (Venue: To be determined)
