Solo Instrumental Music - Keyboard Competition Rules
Age Groups
- Sub-Juniors: 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: 3 Minutes
Before you register, please read the below sections.
Rules & Regulations
- Separate competition for each age groups.
- No supporting background music or audio is allowed. The sound should be solely produced by the participant's instrument.
- Participants must bring their own instruments. We will provide only a table, chair (if needed), and extension cords for connecting the instrument.
- We will not permit any form of coaching or prodding during the performance..
- The contestant's age must fall within the specified age category 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).
- KANE reserves the right to photograph and/or video record the performances. We may publish such photos/videos post-event.
- The Judges' decision will be final.
- Any violation of the aforementioned rules may result in disqualification of the contestant/group/team.
Judging Guidelines
Total Score: 100
- Melodic Accuracy (30 Points): Accuracy of notes.
- Rhythmic Accuracy (30 Points): Accuracy of rhythmic patterns. Balanced performance with minimal pace fluctuations and good tempo
- Musicianship (40 Points):
○ Stage presence and posture.
○ Well-prepared and organized performance.
○ Harmonious blend of pitch, tone, scales, and rhythm.
PENALTY APPLIED:
a) -20 points if performance exceeds 3 minutes.
b) -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.
Anytime, for any questions, please e-mail;
We wish you good luck and look forward to meet you and to witness your skills!
For KANE,
Team Malhar