Solo Singing "Indian Non-Classical" Competition Rules

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Age Groups

  • Sub-Junior: Age 5 - 7 Years
  • Juniors: Age 8 - 10 Years
  • Seniors: Age 11 - 13 Years
  • Youth: Age 14 - 17 Years
  • Adults: Age 18 and above

Duration: 4 to 6 Minutes

Genre: Filmy, Folk, Album, Semi-classical or Fusion song of any Indian language.

 Before you register, please read the below sections.

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Rules & Regulations

  1. Separate competition for each age groups.
  2. Performance should be in one of the Indian non-classical music genre- Filmy, Folk, Album, Semi-classical or Fusion song of any Indian language.
  3. Performer can use Karaoke music. KANE won't be providing any instrumental support.
  4. Performer should memorize the lyrics and is not allowed to use any supporting devices(paper, digital devices, external audio etc..)We will not allow coaching or prompting of any manner during the performance.
  5. The Karaoke audio or music for the performance should be in mp3 format and must be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at least 5 days prior to the event date. The audio file should only include music/songs; narrations or improper sounds/audios are not permitted. We will not accept any files submitted after the deadline has passed.
  6. If the audio/karaoke play duration surpasses the maximum allowed time (6 Minutes), regardless of where the singing is in its progression, the audio will be stopped at 6 minutes.
  7. The contestant's age must fall within the specified age categories as of January 1 of the current year. The participant must register online prior to the registration deadline and receive an email confirmation number from KANE. KANE maintains the right to seek a participant's birth certificate for age verification (if required).
  8. KANE reserves the right to photograph and/or video record the performances. We may publish such photos/videos post-event.
  9. The Judges' decision will be final.
  10. Violation of any of the above rules may disqualify the contestant/group/team.

 

Judging Guidelines

Total Score: 100

  1. Shruti/Chosen pitch (20 Points): Is the singer in tune with the scale (Shruti) and maintaining correct pitch?.
  2. Rhythm/Tempo (20 Points): Is the singer "in tempo" with the underlying musical score? Is the voice in relation to the music?.
  3. Vocal Expression (20 Points):  How well the performer is able to express the meaning and mood of the song with correct diction that bring out the right meaning intended by the composer?.
  4. Stage Presence (20 Points)Does the physical expression of the song in terms of the overall visual presentation of the performance on stage?.
  5. Entertainment Value (20 Points):  Is he/she singing with confidence, energy and spirit? The Audience reaction to the overall performance.

PENALTY APPLIED:
a) -20 points - if not ready when the name/chest number is called for performance

 

All participants must register before the registration ends. Also it is important to obtain a registration confirmation email back from KANE. Click the "REGISTER NOW" button on the top. Once you register, you will get an auto-reply from KANE. However, we will review your registration and will confirm it by replying back to you via email . This confirmation is mandatory to participate in the event.

Prizes

Winners are chosen as follows:

  • If only one participant is registered for this event, a participation certificate/award will be given.
  • If more than one participant, then first, second and third prize winners are declared based on scoring and total participants.
  • Prizes, certificates, trophies/medals will be awarded to all the winners on the same/Finale day.


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We wish you good luck and look forward to meet you and to witness your skills!

For KANE,

Team Malhar