Dear Participants and Supporters of the Competition, before you is a short but important letter from Małgorzata Walewska herself – full of valuable tips and personal reflections on the art of singing.

From May 17th to 24th, 2025, the 21st edition of the Ada Sari International Vocal Artistry Competition will take place in Nowy Sącz – one of the oldest and most prestigious vocal events in Poland. This year, 59 young singers from all over the world will compete, showcasing their skills before an international jury led by Małgorzata Walewska, a renowned mezzo-soprano and the Artistic Director of the Competition.

Today, at the SOKÓŁ Małopolska Culture Centre in Nowy Sącz, the draw for the letter determining the order of performances in all stages of the Competition took place. The draw was conducted by the institution's director, Andrzej Zarych. We invite you to watch this short ceremony.

The qualification stage for the 21st Ada Sari International Vocal Artistry Competition is behind us! Out of 210 applications from 40 countries, the committee consisting of Dr. Małgorzata Walewska and Prof. Wojciech Maciejowski, has chosen 70 young singers who will compete in Nowy Sącz, May 2025.