1. Eligibility
- Age Groups: Participants must enter the category corresponding to their age at the time of the application deadline.
- Legal Consent: Minors (under 18) must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to enter.
- Global Participation: The competition is open to performers of all nationalities unless otherwise specified in a specific category.
2. Application and Fees
- Accuracy: All information provided in the application form must be truthful and accurate.
- Non-Refundable: Application fees are used for administrative and judging costs. Therefore, all fees are non-refundable, regardless of the competition outcome or withdrawal by the participant.
- Submission Deadlines: Applications submitted after the posted deadline will not be considered.
3. Video Submission Rules
- Quality: While professional recording is not required, the audio and video must be of sufficient quality for the judges to evaluate the performance fairly.
- Authenticity: Performances must be unedited (one continuous take) and recorded within the timeframe specified in the current season’s rules.
- Rights: By submitting a video, you grant ICMC the right to use the footage for promotional purposes on our website and social media channels.
4. Judging and Results
- Finality: All decisions made by the jury are final and binding. No appeals or correspondence regarding the scores or rankings will be entered into.
- Criteria: Participants are judged on technical proficiency, musicality, interpretation, and artistic presence.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including logos, graphics, and text, is the property of ICMC. You may not use our branding for personal or commercial gain without written permission.
6. Limitation of Liability
ICMC is not responsible for technical issues (e.g., slow internet, file corruption) that prevent a participant from submitting their entry on time. We are also not liable for any indirect or consequential loss arising from participation in the competition.
7. Privacy Policy
Your personal data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We use your information solely for competition administration and communication.
8. Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or email newsletter.
Important Note
This document is a general template. Since laws regarding online competitions and data privacy (like GDPR or CCPA) vary by country, I recommend having a legal professional review this to ensure it meets the specific requirements of your home jurisdiction.