The contest for jazz vocalists - “Riga Jazz Stage 2013” will be held in Riga, Latvia from April 24th till April 26th, 2013. 

"Riga Jazz Stage" is an international competition that will provide the opportunity for young talents in the world of jazz music to prove themselves, gain visibility and stage experience, as well as to present themselves on the international stage.

Jazz singers are invited to apply for the nomination "Vocal Jazz" from 15th January till 15th February, 2013.

The competition will take place in two rounds. In the first round the jury will select finalists after evaluating the submitted demo materials. The contest winners will be announced at the Final concert on April 26th, 2013. 

"Riga Jazz Stage" jazz vocalists will be able to not only perform for wide audience, but also to gain international recognition. That will be provided by a prize fund of cash amounts to 2200 EUR, and the winners will be able to perform at various international music festivals.

International recognition will be provided also by the jury, which will consist of professional musicians, music producers and festival directors from all over the world. 

The material submission time is from January 15th until February 15th 2013.

For full contest regulations and the entry form, go to www.rigajazz.lv.

The competition is organized by the non profit organization “Contemporary Music Center” in cooperation with “Rigas Ritmi Festival”.
 

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