Whaingaroa Talent Factory 2024
Schedule
Sat Oct 12 2024 at 04:00 pm
UTC+12:00Location
Raglan Town Hall | Hamilton, WK
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Whaingaroa Talent Factory is a dynamic music youth event, designed to discover and nurture up and coming musical talent in our community.Participants will engage in hands-on mentoring sessions with Whaingaroa music industry professionals, gaining valuable insights into songwriting, live stage performance and the NZ music industry business.
This experience will focus on developing your musical craft as well as building confidence and preparation for a live stage performance.
To be eligible for entering Whaingaroa Talent Factory Event & Awards, Participants must attend all mentoring sessions and perform in front of a public audience at Raglan Town Hall.
Criteria For Entering WTF:
*Participants who have entered and do not attend mentoring sessions, will not be able to perform live at Raglan Town Hall and not be able to have the chance to receive an award.
Enter at this link: https://airtable.com/appV4VcIzsh3axNEM/shrX5ltq3Iw2hmUQy
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
These are the following categories to enter:
* Solo Musician
* Band
* DJ
* MC
* Producer
AGE Categories:
13- 15 yrs
16-18 yrs
MENTORING SESSIONS:
There will be two mentoring session days,
all participants must attend both days to qualify for Awards and live performance.
1. Monday 30 September - CSR Studios
- Song Composition & Lyric writing.
One-on-one mentoring session with Conor McCabe.
2. Saturday 12 October - Raglan Town Hall
- Learning how to correctly interact with Sound Engineer & Stage Manager for Soundcheck, Stage Monitors, and Backline equipment placement including what to do when there is a changeover between musical acts.
- Live Stage Performance engagement with audience
including how to use vocal mic techniques for best sound and projection.
- Introduction of Marketing & PR of your music
- Introduction to NZ Music Industry Business.
LIVE PERFORMANCE - Saturday 12 October
Perform your music in front of a live audience at Raglan Town Hall.
AWARD GATHERING:
Participants will gather at The Basement after the live performance where the following awards will be announced.
Criteria:
Must be attend mentoring sessions and perform live at Whaingaroa Talent Factory Event.
*Future Sounds Award - Sponsored by Soundsplash
Recognising overall participation and dedication during Mentoring Sessions and Live Performance.
Award:
Live performance showcase on The Outsides Stage Soundsplash 2025.
*Music Composition & Writing Award - Sponsored by CSR Studios
An original tune that has outstanding creative expression, music arrangement and lyrical writing.
Award:
A recorded demo at CSR Studios with Brian Ruawai & Conor McCabe.
*Muso Vibe Award - Sponsored by Raglan Community House
Recognising vibe of collaborative musicianship on and off stage including interactions with other musicians, Sound Engineer, Stage Manager and Mentors.
Award:
13 - 15yrs / $100 Music Voucher
16 - 18yrs / $100 Music Voucher
To enter WTF 2024 please submit this form before Monday 16 September.
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Where is it happening?
Raglan Town Hall, 39 Bow St, Raglan 3225, New Zealand,Raglan, New Zealand, HamiltonEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
