The 15th edition of the International Montrond baths (France) will be held this year on 14 and 15 March.

A total of € 5,100 will be divided between the junior and senior classic and variety categories. New for 2012, is the very international jury composed of Crystal Wang (China), Gorka Hermoza (Spain), Alexander Selivanov (Russia), Grayson Masefield (New Zealand), Andreas Nebl (Germany), Franck Angelis and Albenach Bernard (France).

The International Concert includes a new work composed by Gorka Hermoza (composer of the first successful “Fragilissimo”) on the theme of Haka New Zealand which will have its world premiere by Grayson Masefield (picture right) at this concert, with the composer in attendance.

Andreas Nebl lead the World Hohner Accordion Orchestra and Alexander Selivanov interpret some great works of classical repertoire.

The entire event will be broadcast live on the CMA Channel, and Mike Rossi, son of the famous French accordonist “Joé Rossi” will be responsible for producing and broadcasting the event on the Web.

The deadline for entries is January 14: Download 2012 Montrond Rules and Entry Form

For further information email Gérard Chassagneux: jeunes-talents@montrond-les-bains.fr