II. SUNART•IST FESTIVAL REGULATIONS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
• The II. SunArt•IST International Piano Festival will be held on June 4–5, 2026, in Şile / Istanbul.
• The festival is an international artistic event aimed at encouraging musical development, stage experience, and artistic sharing.
• Participants may apply as solo pianists or piano duos.
2. AGE CATEGORIES & TIME LIMITS
• Young Talent – Ages 6–9
Maximum performance time: 3 minutes
• Junior Pianist – Ages 10–13
Maximum performance time: 5 minutes
• Young Artist – Ages 14–17
Maximum performance time: 5 minutes
The stated durations are maximum time limits.
The jury reserves the right to stop performances exceeding the allowed time. Participants must apply to the category corresponding to their age at the time of application.
3. REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS
• In all categories, participants must perform at least two pieces of contrasting character.
• The repertoire may include works from different musical periods or pieces of distinct musical character.
• The total performance duration must not exceed the maximum time limit of the chosen category.
• All works must be performed from memory.
• To ensure smooth program flow, repeats (reprises) are not allowed.
4. DUO PARTICIPATION RULES
• Participation as a piano duo is allowed.
• Duo performances are evaluated within the age-appropriate category of the participants.
• The maximum performance duration for duos is the same as the relevant age category. • Duo performances must also be played from memory.
5. EVALUATION & JURY AUTHORITY
• The festival is not a competition.
• Participants are evaluated by the jury based on:
o Artistic expression
o Technical proficiency
o Musicality
o Stage presence
o Program coherence
• The jury reserves the right to stop a performance or request program adjustments if deemed necessary.
• Jury decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
6. SPECIAL INCENTIVE & COMMENDATION AWARDS At the discretion of the jury, the following special awards may be presented:
• Best Baroque Interpretation Award
• Best Classical Period Interpretation Award
• Best Contemporary Music Interpretation Award
• Best Jazz Interpretation Award
• Best Technical Performance Award
• Best Musical Expression Award
• Best Stage Presence Award
• Promising Young Artist Award
• Outstanding Performance Award
These awards are not mandatory and are granted solely at the jury’s discretion. The jury reserves the right not to award or to grant awards to more than one participant.
7. CERTIFICATES
• All participants performing at the festival will receive a Certificate of Participation.
8. PARTICIPATION FEES & REFUND POLICY
• Solo participation fee: 4,000 TL
• Piano duo participation fee: 6,000 TL (total for two participants) • Participation fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. • No refunds will be issued to applicants who pay the fee but do not attend the festival.
9. REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
• Copy of ID card or passport
• Passport-size photo or artistic portrait
• Online application form via www.sunartistfest.com
• Bank receipt confirming payment
Payment Details:
Account Name: SUNART ACADEMY SANAT MERKEZİ
IBAN: TR220006400000111240519324
Bank: Türkiye İş Bankası (TRY Account)
Important Note:
Please write “Participant Full Name – Festival” in the payment description. For duo applications, both participants’ names must be included.
10. TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
• All travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are the responsibility of the participants.
11. PHOTO, VIDEO & PUBLICATION RIGHTS
• Photos and videos recorded during the festival may be used by the organization for promotion, archive, and social media purposes.
• By applying to the festival, participants automatically grant permission for such use.
12. GENERAL PROVISIONS
• The festival program and schedule may be modified if deemed necessary by the organizers.
• The organizing committee reserves the right to decide on matters not specified in this regulation.
• All applicants are deemed to have read, understood, and accepted all terms of this regulation upon application.