OREANDA-NEWS. August 01, 2011. Latvijas Krajbanka this year has become a prize fund sponsor of the International Contest of the young pop singers "New Wave". The winners of the Contest will be awarded with prizes provided by Krajbanka - 50 000 EUR for the 1st place, 30 000 EUR for the 2nd place and 20 000 EUR for the 3rd place, reported the press-centre of Latvijas Krajbanka.

"New Wave" is the major musical event held in Jurmala in summertime. As a tradition, it gathers both - famous and widely recognized singers and the new artists for whom this is an excellent opportunity to make their way to the international stage and celebrity. Millions of supporters and fans will be watching the live broadcast on TV and enjoy this gorgeous event again.

“Each year the participants and winners of the Contest have achieved great success. Over the decade of the ‘New Wave” history these singers have been highly acknowledged but the Contest in Jurmala has become a step to Europe and the world for them”, says Ivars Prieditis, President of Latvijas Krajbanka.

In 2011 the "New Wave" marks its 10th anniversary. In honor of this anniversary, Latvijas Krajbanka has issued a specially designed VISA Platinum card. The card will be presented to the winners of the Contest, as well as guests and most reliable customers of the bank.

VISA Platinum is exclusive credit card which is recognized and valued throughout the world. This card confirms the user's special status and guarantees high quality service, as well as exclusive offers and a wide range of additional services and privileges. This card will serve not only as a payment card, but also as a souvenir from the "New Wave" contest anniversary.