Categories:

• A: Grades 1, 2 and 3
• B: Grades 4 and 5
• C: Grades 6, 7 and 8
• D: Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12

Prizes:

• Each category
• 1st Prize: 3000/- INR
• 2nd Prize: 2000/- INR

All winners and participants will get an eCertificate.

Type of Entry: Solo performance

Theme: Five Elements of Nature (Water, Fire, Earth, Air, Space)

Weave one or more elements of nature in a harmonious crescendo, demonstrating their interplay and unity. Your song choice must symbolize the enduring presence of the elements in the world around us.

Instructions:

• 1. Each participant is allowed to submit ONLY one entry for Sargam.
• 2. Each participant will sing a solo song of any genre, depicting any one or more elements of nature.
• 3. The participant may choose any song that depicts the theme or even compose an original piece. The submission piece may be a combination of songs.
• 4. The chosen song can be participant’s original composition or a cover. In case of a cover, the song must be sung in participant’s own style.
• 5. Participants may play any instrument along with the singing; however video editing of any sort is not allowed.
• 6. Participants will be required to send a minimum 3 minutes and maximum 5 minutes duration singing video that must be shot in horizontal orientation.
• 7. The chosen song can be in any language, however if it is other than Hindi or English, the participant should provide English translation.

Submission Guidelines:

• 1. The video recording should be clear and free from technical glitches.
• 2. Submissions to the competition to be uploaded on the submission link, that will be received on your registered mail ID, as a video in an MP4 format, maximum size 20MB.
• 3. Participants are responsible for including their music (if any) with their video submission.
• 4. When submitting please label your video file with your name, category for clear identification, for example:
  Nameofthestudent_CategoryName_Sargam.mp4

Criteria for Judgement:

Vocal Ability: The technical aspects of the participant's singing, including pitch accuracy, tone quality, range, breath control, vibrato, and overall vocal control.

Expression and Emotion: The depth and ability to convey emotions connected to the song's lyrics and melody.

Integration and Interpretation: The choice of song (self composed or otherwise) that shows a student's interpretation and understanding of the theme.

Diction and Clarity: Articulation of lyrics ensuring clear communication of the song's message.

Overall Impact: The overall impact and effectiveness of the performance in engaging and connecting with the audience.