Wanderer

Will my useless votes be historic

And none of the top four will be included 

HUNGARY
 

 
  UKRAINE   12    DENMARK   11    LITHUANIA   10          NEW ZEALAND   9    SERBIA   8    FINLAND   7    GREECE   6    NORWAY   5    NETHERLANDS   4    FRANCE   3    ROMANIA   2    KAZAKHSTAN   1   
Good luck to everyone!
 
And see ya at the next Open contest!
 

HUNGARY
 
Hi Everyone!
 
Szép jó estét mindenkinek!
 
I hope you are enjoying the Grand Final.
 
Here are the votes of the Hungarian jury:
 
 
 

 
 
  LITHUANIA   10          NEW ZEALAND   9    SERBIA   8    FINLAND   7    GREECE   6    NORWAY   5    NETHERLANDS   4    FRANCE   3    ROMANIA   2    KAZAKHSTAN   1 

Disturbance in the universe
 
catgamer accused for bribing

Disturbance in the universe
 
catgamer accused for bribing

MOLDOVA
  GERMANY   11    ROMANIA   10          BULGARIA   9    DENMARK   8    NETHERLANDS   7    FRANCE   6    ITALY   5    SPAIN   4    GREAT BRITAIN   3    PORTUGAL   2    MALTA   1 

Tough call, really!

Serbia 11, Ukraine 12

Serbia 11, Ukraine 12

I expected top 30, oh well

Hvala  

My pick was Moldova and Italy to fight for the top place, with Moldova winning  

CROATIA
 
Dobro jutro iz Hrvatske!
 
Good morning from Croatia!
 
  MALTA   10          MEXICO   9    NEW ZEALAND   8    FINLAND   7    HUNGARY   6    ARGENTINA   5    NETHERLANDS   4    LITHUANIA   3    IRELAND   2    KAZAKHSTAN   1 

Live: Slovak fans in the Košice studio waiting for that TISC Czechoslovak trophy...
 

Thank you @Werloc for 9 points  And please, do send songs in Lithuanian once in a while. It is such a beautiful language, and was the very big asset to the song you sent this time.
 
No points from Denmark is really disappointing. I wonder how I can revenge  

Hola!  

Thank you @Werloc for 9 points  And please, do send songs in Lithuanian once in a while. It is such a beautiful language, and was the very big asset to the song you sent this time.
 
No points from Denmark is really disappointing. I wonder how I can revenge  

Hola!  

You decide the outcome of the Team Event!
 
For the first time in the history of the Totallympics International Contest, your choice will impact the final outcome of the Team Event. Before each Session, one user will have the option to pick a "Portada de la Feria" and a color that will determine the competition system of the Session.
 
The first pannel is composed of six "portadas". 
 
 
"La portada de la feria de Sevilla" refers to the main entrance or gateway structure that is erected each year at the entrance to the Feria de Abril (April Fair) in Sevilla. The Feria de Abril is a week-long celebration that typically takes place two weeks after the Easter holiday.
 
The design of the portada changes every year, but it typically features a large, ornate archway adorned with colorful decorations, lights, and floral arrangements. The portada serves as the main entrance to the fairgrounds and is a popular spot for visitors to take photos and gather before entering the fair.
 
The design of the portada is often kept secret until it is unveiled to the public on the first day of the Feria de Abril. Each year, the portada is an important symbol of the fair and represents the spirit and traditions of the Andalusian people.
 

Behind a portada is hidden one of these Ranking Methods that will determine how many and which nations will score points for their teams during the session. The amount of points obtained by a nation depends on their position in the scoreboard of the session, according to the table below:
 
Top3 combined Top4 combined Highest and lowest team member 2nd and 3rd highest team member Last team member only Highest team member only  
There are 6 options and only 4 sessions, which means that 2 of them will not be used during the event!
 
RANKING METHOD - WHAT IS HIDDEN BEHIND "LA PORTADA DE LA FERIA"?  
In addition to the Ranking Method, the teams can also obtain points through the Bonus Method. Each session there will be a different collective goal:
Most points scored from a single jury Highest streak of juries giving at least 8 points to the team Highest number of votes (vote = appearance in the scoreboard) Collusion (the nation that has given the most points to teammates during the Session) - In case this bonus appears in Sessions 1 or 3, Sweden or Denmark will not be eligible to avoid having 2 nations of the same team voting.  
BONUS POINTS METHOD - PICK A COLOR  
PURPLE
(Violeta)
 
 
 
GREEN
(Verde)
 
 
BLUE
(Azul)
 
ORANGE
(Naranja)
 
The points assigned to each nation according to the Ranking Method is as follows. In case of a tie between two nations, the general tie-breakers procedures will be applied and if it's not possible to break the tie, then both teams will get the highest position:
 
Ranking Points 1 70 2 66 3 62 4 58 5 54 6 50 7 46 8 42 9 38 10 36 11 34 12 32 13 30 14 28 15 26 16 24 17 22 18 21 19 20 20 19 21 18 22 17 23 16 24 15 25 14 26 13 27 12 28 11 29 10 30 9 31 8 32 7 33 6 34 5 35 4 36 3 37 2 38 1 The points assigned to each team according to the Bonus Points Method is as follows. In case of a tie, both teams will receive the highest position:
 
Ranking Points 1 30 2 15 3 5 As usual, the table including what's behind each cell of the table will be sent to a neutral third party before the start of the event. In case you have any doubt or want to change something to have a more balanced format, please let me know. Good luck!

THE SCOREBOARD
 

GRAND FINAL SCOREBOARD
 
1   ARGENTINA   0   1   KAZAKHSTAN   0 1   BRAZIL   0   1   LITHUANIA   0 1   BULGARIA   0   1   MALTA   0 1   CHILE   0   1   MEXICO   0 1   CHINA   0   1   MOLDOVA   0 1   CROATIA   0   1   NETHERLANDS   0 1   CZECH REPUBLIC   0   1   NEW ZEALAND   0 1   DENMARK   0   1   NORWAY   0 1   FINLAND   0   1   POLAND   0 1   FRANCE   0   1   PORTUGAL   0 1   GERMANY   0   1   ROMANIA   0 1   GREAT BRITAIN   0   1   SERBIA   0 1   GREECE   0   1   SLOVAKIA   0 1   HUNGARY   0   1   SLOVENIA   0 1   INDIA   0   1   SPAIN   0 1   INDONESIA   0   1   SWEDEN   0 1   IRELAND   0   1   TUNISIA   0 1   ISRAEL   0   1   UKRAINE   0 1   ITALY   0   1   USA   0  
Ladies and gentlemen, this concludes the Opening ceremony of the Totallympics Annual International Song Contest 2023.
 
See you tomorrow at 9:00 (Central European Time)!

EL ANACRONÓPETE - RENAISSANCE
ARTISTIC PROGRAM (3/6)
 
The Renaissance period in Spain, which lasted from the late 15th century to the early 17th century, was a time of great artistic and cultural growth. This period was marked by the emergence of new musical styles and genres, as well as the development of new musical instruments.
 
Polyphonic music, in which multiple voices or instrumental parts are performed simultaneously, became increasingly popular during the Renaissance period. One of the most important Spanish composers of this era was Tomás Luis de Victoria, who wrote a significant amount of sacred music, including masses, motets, and hymns. His music was characterized by its complexity and emotional depth, and his works were often performed in cathedrals and other religious institutions.
 

 
Another significant composer from this period was Francisco Guerrero, who was also known for his sacred music. Guerrero's music was notable for its use of chromaticism, which added an element of tension and drama to his compositions.
 
During the Renaissance period, the lute emerged as a popular instrument in Spain. The lute was a plucked string instrument that was similar to a guitar but had a smaller body and a longer neck. Luis Milan, a prominent lutenist and composer from Valencia, was known for his secular music, including his collection of solo lute pieces called "El Maestro."
 

 
In addition to polyphonic music and the lute, Spain also saw the emergence of the villancico, a popular song form that was often performed in the vernacular language. The villancico was characterized by its lively rhythms, catchy melodies, and simple harmonies. One of the most famous villancico composers was Juan del Encina, who wrote numerous works for the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.
 

 
Overall, the Renaissance period in Spain was a time of great musical experimentation and innovation. The emergence of new musical styles and instruments set the foundation for the development of new musical genres in the centuries to come.

EL ANACRONÓPETE - MIDDLE AGES
ARTISTIC PROGRAM (2/6)
 
During the Middle Ages, music in Spain was largely dominated by troubadours and minstrels. These performers traveled from town to town, entertaining audiences with their songs and instruments, and often performed in castles, palaces, and other noble residences. The music of this period was often improvised and performed in the vernacular language, reflecting the emergence of a distinct Spanish culture.
 
One of the most significant musical genres of the Middle Ages was the Cantigas de Santa Maria, a collection of songs written in Galician-Portuguese, a language spoken in the northwest region of Spain. The Cantigas were written by King Alfonso X of Castile, who ruled from 1252 to 1284, and were dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The songs featured various musical styles, including monophonic and polyphonic music, and were often performed with instruments such as the vielle, a medieval string instrument similar to a violin.
 

 
Another popular genre of music in medieval Spain was the Sephardic music of the Jewish community. The Sephardic Jews, who lived in Spain until their expulsion in 1492, had a distinct musical tradition that blended elements of Jewish, Arabic, and Christian music. The songs were often sung in Ladino, a language derived from Old Spanish and Hebrew, and were accompanied by instruments such as the oud, a lute-like instrument.
 

 
The music of the Middle Ages in Spain was characterized by its simplicity and the use of modal scales. The melodies were often repetitive, and the lyrics were frequently focused on love, religion, and morality. Although the music of this period may seem primitive compared to later periods, it played an essential role in the development of Spanish music, setting the foundation for the emergence of new musical styles and genres in the centuries to come.

TIME TRAVEL: EL ANACRONÓPETE
ARTISTIC PROGRAM (1/6)
 
The story of 'El anacronópete' is a fascinating tale of time travel and adventure, written by Enrique Gaspar in 1887. This story is significant because it is considered to be one of the first works of science fiction in Spain, and it was also the first literary work to introduce the concept of a time machine.
 
The story follows the adventures of Professor Don Sindulfo García and his student, Ramón, as they embark on a time travel journey in the anacronópete, which is the first time machine ever created. The inventor of the anacronópete, Enrique Gaspar, accompanies them on their journey.
 

 
Throughout the story, the characters travel through different eras in Spanish history, witnessing significant events and encountering famous historical figures. The story is not only a thrilling adventure but also an opportunity to learn about the evolution of Spanish culture, including its music history.
 
As we explore the different time periods that the characters visit, we will also discover the role that music played during each era and the different musical styles and instruments that were popular. Join us on this exciting journey through time and music in 'El anacronópete'!