2nd Annual KVMA Youth Songwriters Competition 2011

If you are in school anywhere here in the Central Maine theater of operations, then you qualify to enter the Songwriters Competition here at Kennebec Conservatory in Augusta, ME. The rules are pretty straight forward and as a songwriter, you have artistic license to incorporate concepts from the Viles Arboretum into your song’s story line or metaphors.  As you find yourself nearing the May 20 at noon deadline you may have some questions.

As questions arise during the compositional process you have a few different methods to receive assistance in your journey.  This journey is open as of now and you can submit your entries by email, snail mail or the other links provided below.  The deadline to meet is May 20, 2011.

One of the benefits of this contest is that you can have access to local and national resources. The goal of this songwriter’s competition is not to hand out huge cash prizes that will hoard people in.  The focal points are on quality and offering the contestants who are participating some real world benefits as well as a few really great perks!  Including written reviews of your songs by some great songwriters!

• a years worth of guitar strings
• a fully produced recording of your song that includes artwork and will get your song sold on iTunes!
• We’ll take it one step further and get you some airplay on our favorite internet radio station the Maine Radio Project!

• a fully produced recording of your song that includes artwork and will get your song sold on iTunes!
• We’ll take it one step further and get you some airplay on our favorite internet radio station the Maine Radio Project!

*All contestants are eligible to perform at various locations at the Kennebec Celebration and another one of our upcoming festivals in July!!!

While drafting your song for the competition you should think about the Viles Arboretum.

• What does it hold in store for the future of Augusta?
• How does this area increase your mental and physical fitness?
• Descriptions of your skiing experiences
• the history of the area
• snowshoeing in the arboretum
• can you use this opportunity for school credits? (english, science, music department heads should be able to help)

The KVMA Youth Songwriter’s Contest entries will be evaluated by the following guidelines:

1. Lyric Content – story line, craftsmanship, attention to detail.

2. Does the song meet the criteria of the contest?

3. Melody – does it stick with you?

4. Accompaniment – in tune, rhythmically sound, supportive of voice?

A perfect score in each category will earn 10 points per category. Overall, there will be a possible 40 points.
Thanks for participating and good luck!

$5 BUCKS sign up fee.  We know, most contests charge more.  Yes we’re psycho!  But we want your participation!  C’mon and have some fun with us!