Times NIE Spotlight Percussion Competition
by SaPa (Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts)
₹5,000 Cash Prizes
Times NIE Spotlight Percussion 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
Each performance should not exceed 5 minutes.
Format
Individual · Teams of 1
Time needed
Varies based on practice and preparation for preliminary and final rounds.
About This Opportunity
The Times NIE Spotlight is a premier national music and percussion competition for school students, organized by The Times of India's NIE program and the Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts (SaPa). It provides a prominent platform for young musicians to showcase their talent, gain national recognition, and compete with peers from across the country.
Open to students from Grade 3 onwards in Times NIE member schools, the competition features categories for different age groups. Participants can win cash prizes, trophies, and significant scholarships for courses at SaPa, along with a unique opportunity for mentorship from celebrated artists Dr. L. Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 3–12
- Age Range
- 8 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No specific academic requirements, but participants must be enrolled in a partner school.
Prerequisites
- Proficiency in percussion instrument music.
Open to students from Grade 3 to 12. Participants must be enrolled in a Times NIE member school or a SaPa in Schools partner institution. The competition is divided into two age categories: Grades 3-5 and Grades 6 and above.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
No specific curriculum.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹5,000
The Grand Prize winner receives a cash prize of ₹5,000. Each category winner is awarded ₹2,000.
Prizes
Trophies for Winners
All semi-finalists, finalists, and winners receive trophies to commemorate their achievements.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
Certificates are awarded to all semi-finalists, finalists, and winners, recognizing their participation and success.
Recognized by
Opens doors to
The Grand Prize winner gets a one-year scholarship with a 50% fee waiver at SaPa. Category winners receive a six-month scholarship with a 50% fee waiver.
Career pathways
Finalists get an exclusive opportunity to attend a mentoring session with renowned musicians Dr. L. Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
The competition typically consists of a preliminary round (audio submission), a semi-final round, and a grand finale where finalists perform live.
How entries are judged
Participants are judged on technical skill, rhythmic accuracy, clarity, emotional expression, and overall stage presence.
Selection process
Initial selection is based on submitted audio recordings. Finalists are chosen to perform at the grand finale event, where the final winners are selected by the expert judge panel.
How to apply
- 1Registration is completed through an online form provided by the organizers.
- 2Audio recordings of performances must be uploaded to a cloud service (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.).
- 3The shareable link to the recording must be included in the application form.
Frequently asked questions
Is Times NIE Spotlight Percussion Competition free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Times NIE Spotlight Percussion Competition?
Students in Class 3–12. children aged 8-18.
What will my child gain from Times NIE Spotlight Percussion Competition?
Grand prize of ₹5,000 cash.. Category winners receive ₹2,000 cash.. Up to a one-year scholarship at 50% off for courses at SaPa.. Exclusive mentorship session with Dr. L Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam.. Certificates and trophies for all semi-finalists, finalists, and winners.. Gain access to self-paced music courses on the SaPa Learning Management System.. National recognition as a talented young musician..
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