Inviting all musicians to take part in Instrumental music competition (online) organized by Radha Govind Dham only, to provide a platform to various talented and enthusiastic artists out there to showcase their talents across America. Competitive or not, It’s for all.
The Competition is Online only and have various categories to participate in almost all age groups.
Please select the category and age group from drop down below and enroll to play instruments of choice. You can participate in one or more of instruments category of your choice.
Categories: Hindustani Classical Percussion | Hindustani Classical Melody | Carnatic Classical Percussion | Carnatic Classical Melody | Devotional
Age Groups: 10 and under | 11- 13 | 14 – 17 | 18 and above
Registration Fee: $25/category (Individual only)
Last day of registration and submission of video: August 05, 2023
Early Bird Special: $20/category (Individual only) until July 22th, 2023 only
Vaadya Manjari – Instrumental Music Competition (Online)
Inviting all musicians to play classical Indian or devotional music on an instrument of their choice.Young or Adult , Competitive or not it’s open for all.
It’s simple to participate,
- you can enroll in one or multiple categories of your choice from the drop-down above ( refer- sample list of instruments given below)
- submit your entry (abide by rules and in a format we will send you an email for) by the competition deadline.
- All participants will be judged by an experienced artist in the respective category.
- We will announce the winner on our social media pages post 3 weeks of deadline date and all participants will get a certificate and winner will get a trophy.
Sample list of instruments under each category is as follows
Hindustani Classical
Melody: Sitar, Sarod, Rudra Veena, Sarangi, Santoor, Violin, Bansuri, Harmonium, Keyboard, Guitar, Saxophone
Percussion: Tabla, Pakhawaj
Carnatic Classical
Melody: Chitra Veena, Saraswati Veena, Violin, Venu, Mandolin, Guitar, Saxophone, Flute
Percussion: Mridangam, Ghatam, Kanjira
Devotional: Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Flute, Violin, Viola, Saxophone, Clarinet
Rules and Guidelines
1. Deadline for completing registration is August 05, 2023.
2. Deadline for submission of video is August 05, 2023.
3. A panel of judges will individually score a performance based on the rubrics. The judges may also consider additional criteria in their decision-making.
4. Participants must first complete registration at https://rgddallas.org/product/
5. Participants should not announce their name or any personal information in the video.
6. The competition is an individual event. Participants will perform solo.
7. No edits should be performed to the original video shot. If any edits are identified in the video, the participant will be disqualified.
8. Use of microphone and amplifier is allowed.
9. No electronic sound effects allowed.
10. The videos will be sent to the judges for judgement.
11. Winners will be declared on August 26, 2023. Performance videos of winners will be posted on Shiksha Facebook Page.
12. Judges’ decisions will be absolutely final.
13. Judges will not reveal the scores they have recorded on the scoring sheet provided.
Hindustani classical percussion
1. Tanpura (electronic or string) accompaniment is compulsory.
2. Nagma/Lehra accompaniment is compulsory for Intermediate and Advanced level participants.
3. Participants should specify the Taal and RoopResha (Kaida, Raila, Peshkar, Gat, Tukda) at the beginning of the video recording.
4. Time limit for each age group is Under 10 yrs – 5 mins, 11-13 – 6 mins, 14-17 – 8 mins, 18 and above (Competitive) is 10 mins, and 18 and above (Non-Competitive) is 8 mins. Participants going over the time limit will incur a 2-5 point penalty, depending on how concise the performance is.
Hindustani classical melody
1. Tanpura (electronic or string) and tabla (electronic or live) accompaniment are compulsory.
2. Participants performing a classical piece should specify the raag and the taal of the bandish at the beginning of the video recording. They should also specify the aaroh and avroh of the raag they are presenting.
3. Participants performing in Devotional category should specify the bhajan at the beginning of the video recording. Bonus points to those who sing 1-2 lines of the bhajan in tune with the instrument.
4. Time limit for each age group is Under 10 yrs – 5 mins, 11-13 – 6 mins, 14-17 – 8 mins, 18 and above (Competitive) is 10 mins, and 18 and above (Non-Competitive) is 8 mins. Participants going over the time limit will incur a 2-5 point penalty, depending on how concise the performance is.
Carnatic classical percussion
1. Participants must say what talam they are playing at the beginning of the video.
2. Participants can play any Talam.
3. Participants need to set the pace by showing the tala by hand before beginning to play.
4. Shruti or Tambura accompaniment is encouraged. If using accompaniment, it should be tuned.
5. If the participant can do konnakol or say the Korvai with putting the tala before playing it, there will be extra points awarded.
6. Time limit for each age group is Under 10 yrs – 5 mins, 11-13 – 6 mins, 14-17 – 6 mins, 18 and above is 8 mins. The participants will not be penalized for going over the time limit, however, the performance will be judged for the duration specified in the time limit for the age group.
Carnatic classical melody
1. Announce the details of the composition like the Raaga, Composer and taala
2. Use of electronic shruti/tambura accompaniment is encouraged. If using this accompaniment, please have the instrument perfectly tuned.
3. No taala apps allowed.
4. For age-group 10 and under: Geetams, Nottuswaram (in two speeds); 11-13 yrs: Kriti or Varnam; 14-17: Kriti and 18 yrs and above: Kriti with Manodharmam (alaapanai and Kalpana swarams)
5. Time limit for each age group is Under 10 yrs – 5 mins, 11-13 – 6 mins, 14-17 – 6 mins, 18 and above is 8 mins. The participants will not be penalized for going over the time limit, however, the performance will be judged for the duration specified in the time limit for the age group.
Devotional
1. Participants are required to perform a Devotional piece (bhajan) only.
2. Participants should specify the bhajan at the beginning of the video recording. Bonus points to those who sing the bhajan in tune with the instrument.
3. Time limit is 5 mins. Going over the time limit will incur a 2-5 point penalty.
4. Strictly no karaoke.
Rubric
The participants will be judged on the following criteria:
1. Tonal quality
2. Matter presented in the performance
3. Manner of presentation
4. Laya & Taal
5. Overall Presentation
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