The Black Sea International festival “Batumian Rhapsody” launched the First International Competition of Vocalists in 2022, and with its success have launched a new project for 2023: The Vocal Academy Week from September 20 – October 2nd welcoming young singers from 20-35 years old to take part and work with mentors and invited commission members – which include Constantine Orbelian, Mark Hildrew, Germinal Hilbert, Christopher Ghristi, Ariane Hollander, and more.