The 9th BAMA International Music Festival
July 27 - August 3, 2025
Valencia, Spain
After successfully presenting the BAMA International Music Festival in Europe and
North America, as well as the virtual Festival during the pandemic years. We are excited
to announce the return of this intense and highly successful program back in-person in
ESMAR Conservatory in Valencia, Spain, July 27 - August 3, 2025.
We are so honored to be in cooperation with ESMAR Conservatory in Valencia this year.
It's our absolute pleasure to get involved in these special three programs that joined our
festival this year, which are the Solo Program, Mini Program, and the special Concerto Program where each Concerto Program applicant will be performing with the
ESMAR Orchestra. We will also be hosting many wonderful faculty and participants' recitals.
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To those that are new, welcome. To those that are not, welcome back.
We cannot wait to see your music truly shine, talented Pianists and Violinists!
Esteemed Faculty
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Joanna Sochacka
Director of European Region Director for BAMA International Festival and Rubinstein Prize Competition in Poland
Rubén Talón
The delegate of the Eutherpe Foundation and Promete Foundation. Head Department of Piano in ESMAR.
Francisco Jose Valero Garcia
Born in Vilamarxant in 1981, he is a conductor and violinist. He has conducted operas and orchestras all across Europe including La Bohème and Orquesta de Spazio Musica di Orvieto.
Moye Chen
International Concert Pianist that has appeared in Carnegie Hall, Benaroya Hall, Krannert Centre, Sydney House and many more, as well as won many recognized International Competitions.
Andrzej Pikul
Andrzej Pikul, a renowned pianist and professor at the Academy of Music in Krakow, has performed internationally and served as a juror for major competitions.
Francesco Libetta
Artistic Director of Miami Piano Festival in Lecce and the Michelangeli Festival in Rabbi.
Sijing (Bella) Ye
Founder and Artistic Director for BAMA International Piano Festival and Aegio International Piano Competition
Packages
Please read the following details carefully:
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*BAMA students and applicants that has attended the past two year festivals have discounts*
BAMA students contact Dharleen Li by Wechat: leebj322
Applicants that has attended the past two year's festival please make sure you mention on the application form
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Registration requirements:
Submit a video to bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com or submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher​
(APPLICATIONS OPEN JAN 8)
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If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to us at bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com
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Each Participant is able to choose one of the three programs :
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a) Concerto Program
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Repertoire requirements:
(1 mvmnt of concerto within 13 minutes: Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Haydn, Beethoven, Schumann, Shostakovich, Grieg, Rachmaninov)
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Tuition fee includes:
Orchestra rehearsals & conductor meeting
Orchestra performance (screening required)
Dress rehearsal plus an additional rehearsal with orchestra
Three 45 min private masterclasses
1 day trip to Valencia including bus trip
7 night hotel living
Breakfasts
Bus pick up from VLC to ESMAR at 12pm July 27th
Bus drop off from ESMAR to VLC at 12pm Aug 3rd
All BAMA music festival concerts, open masterclasses, and performances​
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Cost: FULL (CLOSED)
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b) Solo Program:
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Repertoire requirements:
Any solo works
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Tuition fee includes:
Three 45 min private masterclasses
1 day trip to Valencia including bus trip
7 night hotel living
Breakfasts
Bus pick up from VLC to ESMAR at 12pm July 27th
Bus drop off from ESMAR to VLC at 12pm Aug 3rd
All BAMA music festival concerts, open masterclasses, and performances
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Cost: 3900 Euro
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c) Mini Program:
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Repertoire requirements:
Any solo work​
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Tuition fee includes:
Three 20 min private masterclasses
1 day trip to Valencia including bus trip
7 night hotel living
Breakfasts
Bus pick up from VLC to ESMAR at 12pm July 27th
Bus drop off from ESMAR to VLC at 12pm Aug 3rd
All BAMA music festival concerts, open masterclasses, and performances​
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Cost: TBA
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Additional Packages:
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Accompanying person package:​
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1 day trip to Valencia including bus trip
7 night hotel living
Breakfasts
Bus pick up from VLC to ESMAR at 12pm July 27th
Bus drop off from ESMAR to VLC at 12pm Aug 3rd
All BAMA music festival concerts, open masterclasses, and performances
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Cost: 1500 Euro
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Apply Now!
1. Fill out application form or pdf form below (Fill out ALL DETAILS)
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2. Fill out Visa application form if needed below
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3. Pay application fee of 65 Euros (Early Bird) - 100CAD or
95 Euros (All Other Applicants) - 150CAD
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Early Bird applicants - Apply before Feb 20th
4. Once application is processed, payment reminders will be emailed to you via bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com ​
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5. Pay Program Fee by EMT to bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com
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6. Email Applicant's Professional Portrait to bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com
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7. Stay updated on your email and prepare for the best musical experience of your life! Understand that official information of the festival will be sent out closer to the event.
Bank Transfer Information
SWIFT BIC Code: TDOMCATTTOR
Bank Name: TD Canada Trust
Branch Address: 550 Hwy 7, Unit 55, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada
Account #: 0868 + 5235571
Company Name: Bellissimo Academy for Music and Arts Inc.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
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Due to the extensive preparation required by the orchestra and the music festival, tuition fees for concerto programs are not refundable after the registration deadline.
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If you are unable to attend due to visa or other emergency reasons, please contact the organizers as soon as possible.
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Cancellations after May 20, 2025 are non-refundable.
Invitation Letter
International students and accompanying persons who need to apply for a visa should contact the staff for an invitation letter as soon as possible after registration.
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The invitation letter requires the following information: legal name (in roman letters), date of birth, passport number, contact number, email address, home address.
PDF Application (For if form does not work)
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We recommend you fill out the digital form instead of the PDF, but if you are unable to access the form below, you can apply by complete the PDF form and sending it to our email bellissimomusicarts@gmail.com