description Coupe Mondiale Overview
The Coupe Mondiale is an international accordion competition organized by the Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes (CIA), the accordion division associated with the International Music Council–UNESCO. It has been held annually since 1947 in rotating host countries. The competition features multiple categories including classical, entertainment, and digital accordion disciplines, with divisions for various age levels. It is considered the highest-level international accordion competition and serves as a central event for the global accordion community.
insights Ranking position
Coupe Mondiale ranks #65 of 113 in the Music Competition ranking, behind Beethoven International Piano Competition Vienna, ahead of Andrés Segovia International Guitar Competition.
help Coupe Mondiale FAQ
What is the Coupe Mondiale?
The Coupe Mondiale is the official world championship competition for accordionists, organized by the Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes (CIA). It has been held annually in rotating host countries since 1947.
What categories of accordion playing are judged at the Coupe Mondiale?
The competition features multiple categories, including the main Coupe Mondiale category for standard bass and free bass accordions, as well as a separate category for piano accordion. Some years also include ensemble and electronic accordion categories.
Who organizes the annual Coupe Mondiale accordion competition?
The event is organized by the Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes, which acts as the umbrella organization for national accordion associations worldwide. The competition is hosted in a different country each year by a local affiliated association.
Who was the first winner of the Coupe Mondiale?
The inaugural Coupe Mondiale was held in 1947 in Switzerland. It was won by French accordionist Yvette Horner, who went on to become one of the most famous accordion players in the world.
explore Explore More
Similar to Coupe Mondiale
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
