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Junior Eurovision is an annual international song contest organized by the European Broadcasting Union since 2003. It features young performers, typically between the ages of 9 and 14, representing various member countries. Unlike the main Eurovision Song Contest, the event traditionally requires a significant portion of each song to be performed in the artists' national language. The competition broadcasts across Europe and beyond, allowing children to showcase their musical talents on a global stage.
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What are the age rules for performing at Junior Eurovision?
Organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the contest features young performers who must be between the ages of 9 and 14 on the day of the final. Unlike the adult Eurovision, the songs must be written largely by the children themselves.
When was the first Junior Eurovision Song Contest held?
The very first contest took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 2003. Since its inception, the EBU has held the competition annually in various host countries across Europe.
How does the voting work at Junior Eurovision?
Similar to the adult contest, the winner is decided through a combination of a professional jury vote and a public televote. In recent years, the EBU has also introduced an online global audience vote, allowing viewers outside the participating countries to cast their ballots.
Do the winning countries automatically host the next Junior Eurovision?
Unlike the main Eurovision Song Contest, the winning country does not automatically win the right to host the following year's event. The EBU allows the winning national broadcaster to decide if they have the budget to host it or if they wish to pass the duties to another country.
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