SINGING CONTEST MECHANICS

CADETS
1. The contest is open to all Cadets A (Grade 2-4) and Cadets B (Grade 5-6).
2. Each local church can send in only one (1) contestant (either male or female) for each category
A. Solo
B. Duet
C. Trio
Contestant in Solo category can join in Duet and Trio.
SUBMISSION OF ENTRY IS ON OR BEFORE March 27, 2018
3. Each contestant has the chance to choose gospel song of his/her choice.
4. Guidelines for participants and audience:
a. Contestant must be in proper attire.
b. Props (body or hand) are not allowed for use.
c. Official microphones/lapels provided by the committee shall be used.
d. Audience ( especially the trainer ) must refrain from coaching to avoid deduction.
e. Audience must refrain from applause until all participants are done.
5. Criteria for judging
Voice Quality 50%
(vocal intonation and projection, accuracy of pitch, tone color)
Diction, Timing and Dynamics 15%
(color of vowels, proper emphasis or accent on the words, softness and loudness, rhythm)
Musicality 10%
(appropriateness of the chosen song to the voice of the singer and his/her style)
Breathing and Phrasing 10%
(correct cutting of lines, legato, staccato)
Interpretation and Stage Presence 15%
(facial expression, proper focus and attire)
Total 100 %
6. Each contestant shall be given a number to determine the sequence of performance.
7. Winners shall be ranked 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively and shall receive trophies and
citations from camp committee.
8. All contestants must be registered and must present a contest pass to the Contest In-charge.
9. All contest mechanics can be downloaded at the church website pmcc4w.org.
10. All entries must be submitted/emailed to the Overall Contest In-charge:
Ptr. Gemma Villanueva at villgem@yahoo. com - following this format:
Local Church _______________________________
Pastor _______________________________
Name of Contest _______________________________
Contest In-charge _______________________________
Date Submitted _______________________________
Ask for the confirmation or reply of the Contest In-charge
11. Schedule and venue of the contest will be posted at the lobby on the 1st day of the Camp.
12. Those who won the 1st place will no longer join the same contest.
13. Winners will be posted at the lobby on Wednesday morning of the camp.
14. Awardees must be in proper attire. No pants, no short skirts or dress are allowed.