It means that if on the 15th of October 2017 you are not older than 11 you can take part in this particular category. If your 12th birthday falls after the 15th of October 2017 you are obliged to take part in the next category which is 14 and under.
Yes, we welcome all Qatari nationals to take part in the competition no matter where they live.
You can either telephone the office +974 6608 9033 or email us at info@qnmc.org to inform us that you wish to withdraw from a competition.
Refunds are only given if a competition is cancelled by QNMC. However, in cases of serious illness during the competition itself resulting in an inability to perform, you should apply to the office for a refund, enclosing a doctor’s certificate.
If you realise your mistake prior to the entry deadline, yes, you may make a change. You will need to contact the office on +974 6608 9033 or email us at info@qnmc.org
No – late entries are not permitted by QNMC. This is because we begin our scheduling and programming procedures as soon as the entry deadline is reached and we must know the final numbers of competitors per competition in order to do so. You should make sure that your entries are submitted in plenty of time and that you have received your confirmation via email
Accompanists will not be provided. However, QNMC can recommend a list of accompanists who can practice and perform with the participants upon their own
arrangements prior to the competition and during. Please get in touch with the office if you need help finding an accompanist.
The certificate of participation will be immediately handed over to every participant after their performance.
While we try to facilitate people as far as possible, it is not always feasible to facilitate every request for a time change. If you have a serious difficulty however, please let us know by contacting the office at +974 6608 9033 or by email at info@qnmc.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Absolutely! We are actively trying to encourage audiences to come along, so please spread the word among your friends and family. Entry will be free of charge.
No. In order to protect our competitors, NO photography, video or audio recording is permitted in the halls during competitions, unless organised by QNMC itself.
A selection of prize winners might be asked to perform at the gala concert on the 19th of October, 2017. Attending this concert is by invitation only so if you wish to attend please get in touch with QNMC staff or write an email to info@qnmc.org