Belarus is hosting the first stage of the qualifying round for vocal competitions as part of the International festival of arts Slavianski Bazaar-2023. On the stage of the Gomel culture center, young participants, children 8 to 14 years old, demonstrated their talents. The requirements for the contestants are grave – concert experience, success at international and national festivals. The participants presented two songs each – one upon their choice and one in the Belarusian language.