REGISTRATION

 

Registration is open to pannists from any part of the world at a cost of $25USD. Deadline for registration is April 23, 2020 at 12:00pm AST.

 

RULES/REQUIREMENTS

 

Performance

Each soloist would be required to perform for a maximum of three (3) minutes for a live audience on Instagram @inev88. Performances should be structured as follows:

• Introductory passage

• Verse

• Chorus

• Variations/Improvisations

 

Soloists are also strongly encouraged to ensure the following are secured for their performance:

• Strong Wi-Fi or mobile data connection

• Well-lit and quiet area for their performance

• Smartphone with decent quality camera

• Instagram account

• Instrumentals or tracks for accompaniment

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Use of the E-Pan 

The use of traditional pans is encouraged however, pannists will be allowed to use the e-pan under the following conditions:

• Only the steelpan tone will be permitted

• Striking chords of more than two (2) notes is prohibited

• The selected range cannot be changed at any point during the performance

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Pannists will face point deductions or possible disqualification for not complying with the conditions above.

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Tune of Choice

Soloists are allowed to make selections from any genre of music for their performance. However, the same selection cannot be used in subsequent rounds of the competition.

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Time Violation

Soloists performing beyond the allotted time would face a 3-point deduction from each judge, for music played in excess of 3 minutes 30 seconds.

 

JUDGING

 

A panel of three (3) judges, based on a set criteria and breakdown, will judge soloists. The average of the three (3) total scores would be used as a soloist’s final score. The judges’ decision is final.

 

Criteria/Points Breakdown (100)

• Variations/Solo Improvisation (50)

  • Technicality​ (20)

  • Flow (10)

  • Melodic Interest (10)

  • General (10)

• Execution (20)

  • Melody (5)

  • Harmonies (5)

  • Dynamics (5)

  • Rhythm & Technique (5)

• Performance (20)

  • Attire & Environment (5)

  • Presentation (5)

  • Creativity (10)

• Crowd Response (10)

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SEMIFINALS & FINALS

The number of pannists that will progress to the semifinals would be determined once registration is closed. However, there will only be ten (10) finalists, who would each perform a set test piece and a tune of their choice.