CIM of Altea

 

Certamen Internacional de Música Vila d’Altea (CIMALTEA)

CIMALTEA is the premier band music gathering of the Marina Baixa: a competition organized by the Sociedad Filarmónica Alteanense and hosted by Palau Altea Centre d’Arts. With 50 editions under its belt, it has earned a place among the world’s most prestigious band competitions, ranking alongside Valencia’s historic CIBM within the province.

Since its inception in 1949, 175 ensembles from four continents have performed on Altea’s stage, featuring over 16,000 musicians and attracting 125,000 audience members, with nearly 600 works performed.

Today, the competition continues its innovative spirit with thematic editions, in-house audiovisual production and live broadcasts via radio, web and social media.

HALF A CENTURY, A NEW FORMAT

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, CIMALTEA has adopted a biennial model:

  • Philharmonic Section (2024) – Bands of 65 to 90 musicians (gala held on December 7, 2024).
  • Symphonic Section (2025) – Bands of 90 to 140 performers, with a free-creation artistic project (December 7, 2025).

AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

The competition’s accolades include the Vila d’Altea Trophy, the Golden Baton and the Best Soloist Award, along with special mentions recognizing artistic excellence and the promotion of young talent

The FSMCV Quality Seal ensures transparency, fairness and equal opportunities throughout the judging process.

A COMPETITION TAILORED TO PALAU ALTEA

The Palau provides CIMALTEA with a Main Hall capable of hosting bands of up to 150 members, as well as dressing rooms, rehearsal spaces and press areas. The Mirador Hall serves as a projection space, and the lobby accommodates exhibitors and merchandising.

All of this is supported by the technical, human, and communications expertise of Olympia Metropolitana, which integrates the competition into its annual programming.

CIMALTEA continues to thrive as a project committed to innovation, sustainability and musical diversity. Each edition is an invitation to discover new sounds, celebrate our band tradition and share from Altea a passion that transcends borders.