We all know that Music, a universal language can transcend various boundaries, and has the power to evoke emotions, tell stories, and unite people. The St. Andrew’s All Bandra Parish Talent Contest for years has been a perfect platform for musicians and performers where the stage becomes a canvas and where they paint melodies, harmonies, and rhythms to create captivating musical masterpieces. The St. Andrew’s All Bandra Parish Talent Contest is not just any competition but a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and artistic expression.
Imagine a stage bathed in the warm glow of spotlights, a hushed audience waiting with bated breath, and a nervous yet determined musician stepping forward. This is the captivating opening scene of a music competition. Musicians from diverse backgrounds, genres, and age groups converge to present their skills and passion to an audience hungry for musical excellence. Whether it’s a performance from a solo category or duets or Quartets or Instrumentals or a Choral group, the stage serves as a platform for dreams to be realized and talents to be acknowledged.
It’s not always about the stage because behind every captivating performance lies countless hours of practice, dedication, and refinement. Musicians participating in competitions embark on a quest to perfect their artistry and technique. From meticulously honing finger placements on a guitar fretboard to mastering intricate vocal runs, the pursuit of excellence becomes a way of life. This relentless devotion to craft not only shapes exceptional performances but also cultivates a sense of discipline and determination that extends beyond the competition stage.
This year at the St. Andrew’s All Bandra Parish Talent Contest , we’re ready to witness some scintillating performances starting with the Individual Categories below 16 and the buzzing & foot tapping performances by the Choirs which are all Scheduled this Sunday, the 13th of August. On the 20th of August, we have the Individuals above 20 categories along with Duets and Quartets. The Elocutions and Dance Performances will be held on 27th August. And Finally, the grand finale which features the Dramatics will be held on the 3rd of September 2023. Block your calendar and gear up for an exciting 4 weeks of Music, Dance and Drama.
The Zonals will begin from tomorrow, August 13, until September 3 and here’s the full schedule for this year:
Schedule
Date | Category | Age |
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August 13 | Vocal & Instrumental Choirs | Below 8 yrs; 8 yrs – below 12 yrs; 12 years – below 16 years |
August 20 | Vocal & Instrumental Duets Quartets | 16 yrs – below 20 yrs & above 20 yrs Below 14 yrs & above 14 years No age limit |
August 27 | Elocution Dance: Individuals Duos Groups | 8 yrs – below 12 yrs; 12 yrs – below 16 yrs 10 yrs – below 16 yrs Below 10 yrs; 10 yrs – below 16 yrs; 16 yrs – below 30 yrs Below 10 yrs; 10 yrs – below 16 yrs; 16 yrs – below 30 yrs; above 30 yrs |
September 3 | Dramatics |
Standings
Championship Trophy
Position | Zone | Marks |
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1 | North West | |
2 | South West | |
3 | North East | |
4 | South East |
Star Trophy
Position | Zone | Marks |
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1 | North West | |
1 | South West | |
2 | North East | |
3 | South East |
Results
Sunday 13th August
Category | Age | Name | Piece | Marks | Zone |
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Vocal | Below 8 | ||||
Vocal | 8-12 yrs | ||||
Instrumental | 8-12 yrs | ||||
Vocal | 12-16 yrs | ||||
Instrumental | 12-16 yrs | ||||
Chorals |