Times NIE Spotlight - Group Performance Music Competition
by SaPa (Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts)
₹5,000 Cash Prize
Times NIE Spotlight - Group Performance Music Competition is a competition by SaPa (Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts) for students in Class 3–12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Class 3–12
Fee
Free
Duration
Performance should not exceed 5 minutes.
Format
Team · Teams of 6
Time needed
The competition involves multiple online rounds over several months.
About This Opportunity
The Times NIE Spotlight is a prestigious inter-school music competition organized in collaboration with the Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts (SaPa). It provides a significant platform for young musicians to showcase their talents in a variety of categories, including group performances. The competition is designed to encourage students to express their musical creativity and passion, whether in Indian classical, Western classical, or devotional music.
Participation is open to students from Grade 3 and above who are enrolled in Times NIE member schools or SaPa in Schools partner institutions. The competition features separate judging categories for juniors (Grades 3-5) and seniors (Grades 6 and above) in solo events, while the group performance category allows students from different grades to collaborate, fostering teamwork and harmony.
Winners receive exciting prizes, including cash awards, scholarships for music courses at SaPa, and trophies. All semi-finalists, finalists, and winners are awarded certificates for their achievements. A unique benefit for all finalists is the opportunity to attend an exclusive mentoring session with celebrated musicians Dr. L. Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam, providing invaluable guidance and inspiration.
The competition format involves submitting a recorded performance for the preliminary rounds, which must adhere to specific guidelines regarding duration and format. This structure allows schools from across the nation to participate, making it a truly expansive and inclusive event that celebrates the musical talents of Indian children.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 3–12
- Age Range
- 8 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students must be from schools that are members of TIMES NIE or the SaPa in Schools program.
Prerequisites
- Interest in music and ability to participate in group
Open to students from Grade 3 onwards studying in Times NIE or SaPa in Schools partner institutions across India. The group performance category is open to all grades to form a team.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
No specific curriculum.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹5,000 Cash Prize
The Grand Prize winner receives a cash award of ₹5,000. Additionally, individual category winners are awarded ₹2,000. Participants also have the opportunity to win 50% scholarships for one-year or six-month courses at the Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts (SaPa).
Prizes
Trophies for Winners
All winners, finalists, and semi-finalists are awarded trophies for their outstanding achievements in the competition.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
Certificates are awarded to all participants who reach the semi-finals, finals, and those who win, recognizing their achievement in this prestigious national-level competition.
Recognized by
Career pathways
All finalists get an exclusive and invaluable opportunity to attend a mentoring session with celebrated musicians Dr. L. Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam, gaining insights on performance, skill improvement, and voice control.
Recognition
National Level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Mentorship session with Dr. L Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam for finalists.
- Open to a wide range of musical genres, including Indian and Western music.
- Collaboration with the prestigious Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts (SaPa).
Rounds & format
The competition typically consists of three main rounds: a preliminary round based on video submissions, a semifinal, and a grand finale where finalists perform live in front of the judges.
How entries are judged
Performances are judged based on musical talent, clarity, emotional aspect of the music, technical skill, pronunciation, and overall presentation.
Selection process
Participants are selected based on the quality of their submitted audio recordings for the preliminary rounds. Finalists are chosen from the semi-finalists to perform at the grand finale.
How to apply
- 1Registration is done by filling a form on the official SaPa website.
- 2Performance recordings must be uploaded to Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive.
- 3The shareable link to the recording must be provided in the application form.
Fees & financial support
Financial support
The Grand Prize winner receives a 50% scholarship for a one-year course at SaPa. Each category winner is awarded a 50% scholarship for a six-month course at SaPa.
Frequently asked questions
Is Times NIE Spotlight - Group Performance Music Competition free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Times NIE Spotlight - Group Performance Music Competition?
Students in Class 3–12. children aged 8-18.
What will my child gain from Times NIE Spotlight - Group Performance Music Competition?
Win a grand prize of ₹5,000 in cash.. Receive a 50% scholarship for a one-year course at SaPa.. Get mentored by music legends Dr. L Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam.. Category winners receive ₹2,000 cash and a six-month 50% scholarship at SaPa.. Receive certificates and trophies for achievements.. Gain access to exclusive self-paced music courses on the SaPa Learning Management System (LMS).. Receive mentorship from music legends Dr. L. Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam.. Category winners receive ₹2,000 cash and the title of 'SaPa Star'.. Win 50% scholarships for year-long or six-month courses at SaPa.. Gain national-level recognition for musical talent..
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