The Intervision professional jury — who will evaluate the contest participants
The international song contest "Intervision" will be held in Moscow soon. Artists from more than 20 countries, including Russia, Belarus, China, the United States, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, will perform on the stage of the Live Arena. The winner will be determined by the members of the professional jury. Izvestia tells us who will evaluate the performances of the participants.
The Intervision Jury in 2025
The winner of the Intervision will be determined by an international professional jury. It includes well—known cultural and artistic figures from the participating countries. According to the rules, the main prize will be awarded to the performer whose number scores the most points based on the voting results.
The jury will evaluate the level of vocal and stagecraft of the artists, as well as the cultural uniqueness of their performances. However, you cannot vote for a participant from your own country.
The jury of Intervision-2025 from Russia — Igor Matvienko
Russia will be represented by People's Artist of the Russian Federation, composer and producer Igor Matvienko as part of the Intervision jury. He is known as one of the founders of the Lube group and the author of many famous songs of the band. From his pen came such hits as "The Road", "Battalion Commander", "There, beyond the mists", "Call me softly by your name", "You carry me, river" and so on.
Matvienko collaborated with other Russian pop stars: Evgeny Belousov, Victoria Daineko, the groups "Ivanushki International", "Roots", "Fabrika", "My Michelle". In addition, he was the head of well-known musical projects such as "Star Factory" (Channel One) and "Main Stage" (Russia 1). In 2014, he became the music producer for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Sochi, and in 2016 he wrote the music and lyrics for the official anthem of the Russian Army "Forward, Infantry!".
The jury of Intervision-2025 from Belarus — Olga Shlyager
Olga Shlyager, general producer of the National State Television and Radio Company of the Republic of Belarus, became a member of the Intervision professional jury from Belarus. In the early 2000s, she worked at the Mogilev Cultural Center, and was also the host of the Mogilev 2 regional channel. In 2004, she moved to Minsk and began working with the STV TV channel, and then joined the Belteleradiocompany. The audience remembered her as the host of the morning show "Get early, Belarus!".
In 2007, Shlyager became the executive producer of the LAD TV channel (since 2011, Belarus-2). At that time, she headed the project "Belarusian Time", and also produced the project "Good Morning". In 2016, she was appointed Deputy General Producer of the General Production Center company. Under her leadership, popular Belarusian TV projects were created: "Good evening!", "Get early, Belarus!", "I know!", "Фактор.by " and "Фактор.by 60+".
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Tajikistan is Amirbek Musozoda
Composer, conductor, Chairman of the Union of Composers of Tajikistan Amirbek Musozoda became the representative of Tajikistan in the professional jury of Intervision. He created several hundred works in various genres — operas, ballets, songs, concerts. More than 300 compositions created by him are included in the golden fund of Tajik radio. He also wrote the anthem of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which is played at all official events of the association.
Musozoda often acts as the musical director of national and international competitions, festivals and other events. He is a People's Artist and Honored Artist of Tajikistan.
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Uzbekistan - Mansur Tashmatov
Uzbekistan will be represented by People's Artist of the Republic of Uzbekistan Mansur Tashmatov in the professional jury of Intervision. Inspired by music since childhood, he continued the work of his father, the famous composer Ganidzhan Tashmatov, devoting his entire life to creativity. In 1978, he became a laureate of two prestigious competitions at once: the All-Union television contest "With a song for Life" and the International Competition "Golden Orpheus", where he took third place.
Over the years of his career, Tashmatov has been a participant and organizer of famous Uzbek bands such as SADO, SANGZAR, FAYZ, RADUGA and others. He was also a soloist of the USSR State Television and Radio Orchestra. The artist toured many cities of Russia and the CIS countries, as well as Mongolia and Bulgaria. In 2020, he became a laureate of the CIS Interstate Award "Stars of the Commonwealth".
The Intervision 2025 Jury from China — Wu Bixia
Opera diva Wu Bixia became a member of the Intervision professional jury from China. The owner of a lyric-coloratura soprano, she became the first Chinese singer to successfully combine the folk style of performance with the bel canto technique. She has won many prestigious awards, including first prize for folk singing at the National Vocal Competition of China (1996) and the Eighth International Competition of Performers in Bilbao (Spain), and second prize at the XII International Tchaikovsky Competition.
Bixia is known for a wide repertoire — it includes not only works of Chinese opera, but also classical European works. The singer has performed more than a hundred solo concerts, recorded 20 albums, and also received recognition for her work in online format. Today, she holds the post of head of the Department of Vocal and Opera, and is also the director of the Institute of Chinese Vocal Art at the Chinese Conservatory of Music. She also serves as a member of the jury of major international competitions, including Neue Stimmen, Voci Verdiane, the Chinese Golden Bell Award, and others.
The Intervision-2025 jury from the USA — Araz Mamet
Araz Mamet, producer, music manager and entrepreneur, became the US representative on the Intervision jury. He holds the position of vice president of the musical instrument supplier PPM Music, and also develops the company's expansion strategy, oversees cross-border partnerships and global music distribution initiatives. His career spans not only the music industry, but also cinema, where he has gained a reputation as a professional who understands both the commercial and artistic side of the business.
Mamet is the founder of ID.ART, a global platform that provides artists with tools to promote their work. He has also collaborated with a number of famous artists, including American singer Brandon Howard, who will represent the United States at Intervision.
Vietnam's Intervision 2025 Jury — Nguyen Trong Dai
Vietnam will be represented on the Intervision jury by composer Nguyen Trong Dai, a member of the Executive Committee of the Association of Musicians of Vietnam. He has created dozens of popular Vietnamese songs, instrumental pieces, soundtracks for films and television programs. Chong Dai's works are written mainly in the genres of traditional national and folk music. In this way, the composer tries to awaken the listeners' love for Vietnamese music.
For his contribution to the development of music and art in Vietnam, Trong Dai was awarded a number of high awards. In 2012, he received the State Prize in Literature and Art, and in 2015 — the title of People's Artist of Vietnam (NSND).
The jury of Intervision 2025 from the UAE is Jasem Mohammed Abdullah
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be represented by the Director of the Music Center at the UAE Ministry of Culture, Jasem Mohammed Abdullah, on the Intervision jury. He has been working in the field of music and vocal creation for more than 20 years, and also actively represents his country at international competitions in France, Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Kuwait, Kazakhstan and Belarus. He also performed at the Sharjah and Cairo theater festivals.
Jasem Mohammed Abdullah has released several successful music albums and singles, many of which have received video clips. His mission is to promote the UAE's musical heritage on the world stage.
The Intervision 2025 Jury from Colombia is Jorge Ignacio Sorro Sanchez
Conductor, teacher and statesman Jorge Ignacio Sorro Sanchez became a member of the Intervision jury from Colombia. Since May 2025, he has been the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Colombia to Russia.
The maestro made a significant contribution to the development of the culture of his native country. He founded the Tunkhi Higher School of Music, and for more than 20 years he headed the UNIMUSICA Foundation and the Faculty of Music at the Juan N. Corpas Foundation. He also directed the Choral and Orchestra Corporation of Colombia and the project "Training Musicians for Colombia" under the auspices of the Organization of American States (OAS).
As a conductor, Sanchez has worked with leading vocal and symphonic ensembles, participated in international music conferences, and was a member of the National Music Council and the jury for the selection of fellows for foreign musical studies. Now he oversees the state program "Music as a tool for peace-building."
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Egypt is Mohsen Sayed Ahmed Issa
Egypt will be represented by an outstanding figure in the field of music education, Mohsen Sayed Ahmed Iissa, as part of the Intervision jury. For more than 35 years, he has been teaching at the University of Helwan, where he holds the position of Professor of Music Education Sciences. He also has extensive experience in judging — Mohsen Syed Ahmed Iissa is on the jury of many university competitions and prestigious music events, including the Nile Rock Music Festival.
Mohsen Sayed Ahmed Iissa has worked with famous Arab pop stars such as Hani Shaker, Mohammed Abdu and Angham. He has also created soundtracks for films and television projects in collaboration with legendary composer Ammar El-Shereyem. The professor is the author of more than 16 scientific papers on music education, improvisation and folk song art, and is also widely known internationally as Egypt's representative at festivals in Tunisia, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman. He is a member of the Musicians' Union and is a recipient of the award "For his contribution to the development of university Education."
The Intervision-2025 jury from Venezuela — According to Polanco
The representative of the Intervision jury from Venezuela was the artist and audiovisual director Po Polanco with more than 15 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He has collaborated with such Venezuelan stars as Tico El Inmigrante, Lenny Tavares and others. Since 2017, he has been mainly engaged in the creation of music videos. His work with such artists as Neutro Shorty, Micro TDH, Big Soto, Lunay, Omar Acedo and others has brought him international fame and millions of views.
In 2024-2025, Polanco was awarded the prestigious Venezuelan Premios Pepsi Award for best Video, and his Venezuela ta Candela clip won two awards at once — "Best Trap Video" and "Best Urban Video". The director was also nominated for a Latin Grammy Award. Today, Polanco is engaged in the search and development of new talent, helping them collaborate with major labels such as Warner and Universal.
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Ethiopia - Sultan Nuri
The jury of Intervision from Ethiopia included arranger and producer Sultan Nuri. He gained fame in his native country when he became a member of the jury of the popular vocal show Balageru Idol. His professionalism, as well as his directness and uncompromising judgments, made him one of the brightest personalities of the show. directness and uncompromising assessment of the contestants. Nuri values authenticity, discipline, and striving for perfection in musicians.
In addition, Nuri is the owner and head of his own music center specializing in arrangements and production. Many of the songs he worked on became popular in the Ethiopian music scene. He also mentors young artists, helping them develop and reach new heights in their careers.
The Intervision 2025 Jury from India is Nissan Lone
India will be represented at Intervision by composer and producer Nissar Lone. He gained fame as the author of soundtracks for Bollywood films. In 2009, he founded AR Music Studios (ARMS), the first international platform for promoting Kashmiri music. To date, she has collaborated with the country's largest labels, as well as Indian pop stars, including Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal.
In 2024, Lone was appointed Global Ambassador of the BRICS Cultural Media Forum. He also wrote the track Asia & Africa – Together We Will Rise and Transcend, which became an international anthem of unity. His work has received many awards. The song Allah Teri Kya Shaan Hai Hai was awarded for the best spiritual track at the 2014 Mirchi Music Awards, and the song Rubaru from the movie Ginny Weds Sunny earned him a nomination for the award for Best raga Song. In 2023, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from the International Eurasian University in Moscow for his contribution to musical culture.
The Intervision jury from South Africa is Nciki Mazvai
Singer and public figure Nciki Mazvai became a member of the jury from South Africa at Intervision. She works in different directions, combining music, poetry and social projects. Her work combines features of many genres from afro-soul and Spokane word to electronic house music. Among her most notable works are the albums MaMiya (2007), NDINGUBANI (2010) and The Masterpiece (2017), as well as the hit Urongo (2005), which became one of the best—selling songs of the year. In 2008, Mazwai was awarded the South African Music Award (SAMA). as the best urban performer.
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Madagascar is Mamie Gozo
Madagascar's representative on the Intervision jury was the singer, the head of the La Banda Gotso group, Mami Gozo. In the 1970s, he became one of the pioneers of the zapiki genre, which incorporated features of South African pop music and Malagasy traditions. His distinctive and energetic style inspires listeners and artists all over the world.
Gozo's first album, titled Na Volamena na Saphira, brought him fame not only in his homeland, but also abroad. The record remained the best-selling record in MARS production studio for three years in a row. The singer is also recognized as one of the best songwriters in Madagascar.
The jury of Intervision 2025 from Saudi Arabia is Ahmed Karkanavi
Saudi Arabia will be represented by musician, composer and producer Ahmed Karkanavi in the Intervision professional jury. He graduated from the Lebanese University of Notre Dame in Beirut with a bachelor's degree in Musicology and Ethnomusicology. In 2006, he was awarded the prestigious Arabic Music Prize.
Karkanavi worked in advertising and creative industries for more than 10 years, but then returned to music, which has always remained his main passion. Since 2021, he has held the position of producer of the Saudi Music Commission.
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