Navaratri Navrang Music Competition - Vocal
by Acharyanet
Cash Prize + Guru Workshops
An online Carnatic music competition by Acharyanet, held during Navaratri, is open to vocalists across six age categories from 6 years to adults.
Mode
Online
Fee
Registration fee applies
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Approximately 3-4 weeks across preliminary video submission and virtual final rounds
Eligibility
Open to Carnatic vocalists aged 6 and above, organised in age brackets: Sub-juniors (6-9), Juniors (10-13), Sub-seniors (14-17), Seniors (18 to 23), Super seniors (24 to 30) and Adults(30 and above). Indian and non-Indian residents may participate through separate registration tracks.
- Age range
- 6 years and above
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- No specific academic requirements.
- Prerequisites
- Foundational training in Carnatic vocal or instrumental music
- Ability to record and submit a video performance for the preliminary round
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Rewards and recognition
Award
Winners across age brackets receive cash prizes; specific amounts are announced by Acharyanet for each edition.
Certificate
Acharyanet Participation Certificate
Participants and winners typically receive recognition from Acharyanet for their performance in the competition.
Recognition
International Carnatic music recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Register online through the Acharyanet Navaratri contest page in the appropriate age bracket and residency track
- 2Record a Carnatic composition on the Goddess by a renowned composer
- 3Submit the video entry before the preliminary round deadline
- 4Shortlisted finalists perform live in the virtual final round
Rules and guidelines
- Participants must perform a Carnatic composition on the Goddess by a renowned composer
- Preliminary round entries must be submitted as video recordings within the announced deadline
- Finalists must perform live during the virtual final round on the scheduled dates
- Each participant must register in the age bracket corresponding to their age as on the cut-off date
- Indian and non-Indian residents must register through their respective tracks
Technology requirements
- Smartphone or camera capable of recording video
- Stable internet connection for video upload and live final round
- Device with webcam and microphone for the virtual final performance
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Separate registration tracks exist for Indian residents and non-Indian residents. Specific fee amounts for each track are announced by Acharyanet on the official contest page for each edition.
Refund policy
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About this opportunity
Navaratri Navrang is an online Carnatic music competition organised by Acharyanet during the festive Navaratri season. Participants perform Carnatic compositions on the Goddess by renowned composers and submit their entries through video for the preliminary round.
The competition is open to Carnatic vocalists across six age brackets, ranging from sub-juniors aged 6 to adults above 30. Both Indian residents and non-Indian residents can participate, with separate registration tracks for each.
The contest is conducted in two stages. The preliminary round is a video submission, after which shortlisted finalists perform live in a virtual final round judged on Shruti adherence, Talam, Raga and Gamaka nuances, Pronunciation, and Overall presentation.
Winners receive cash prizes and online access to exclusive workshops by legendary Carnatic gurus on the Acharyanet platform.
Rounds and format
Round 1 is a preliminary video submission of a Carnatic composition on the Goddess. Shortlisted finalists then perform live in a virtual final round.
How entries are judged
Performances are evaluated on five elements: Shruti adherence, Talam, Raga and Gamaka nuances, Pronunciation, and Overall presentation.
Selection process
Shortlisting from preliminary video submissions is based on the five judging criteria; finalists then compete in a live virtual final round.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
Frequently asked questions
What kind of Carnatic compositions are participants expected to perform?
Participants perform Carnatic compositions on the Goddess by renowned composers, in keeping with the Navaratri theme that frames the entire competition.
How are participants grouped by age in the competition?
Participants are organised into age brackets so children compete with peers of similar maturity, with sub-juniors starting at age 6, juniors at 10, and sub-seniors at 14.
What technical setup do students need for the preliminary and final rounds?
Students need a smartphone or camera for the preliminary video and a device with webcam, microphone, and stable internet for the virtual live final round.
How are performances evaluated by the judges?
Judges assess five elements: Shruti adherence, Talam, Raga and Gamaka nuances, Pronunciation, and Overall presentation, giving structured feedback aligned with classical standards.
What do winners gain beyond cash prizes?
Winners receive online access to exclusive workshops by legendary Carnatic gurus on the Acharyanet platform, deepening their training under accomplished mentors.
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