14th Annual Song Writing Competition

KSM Songwriters Competition Unplugged

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Saturday, May 25^th @ 1:00pm – Main Competition

Monday, May 27^th @ 1:00pm - Final, top 6 from May 25^th

Both Events Are Held At KSM Music

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Prizes:

1st Place: Eastman PCH1-D Acoustic Guitar, $100 Gift Card

2nd Place: Daddario Backline Gear Transport Pack, $75 Gift Card

3rd Place: Meinl Percussion Bundle, $50 Gift Card

4th, 5th, and 6th place contestants shall also recieve $20 gift cards!

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Rules:

-Must be an original song

-Up to 3 performers in a group

-Acoustic instruments only with the exception of a keyboard

-Hand percussion can be used

-KSM will have acoustic guitars and a keyboard for your use; though you're welcome to bring your own instrument.

-Effects pedals and loopers are allowed to be used in performances

-Top 6 from May 25^th competition will be picked to play again on Monday, May 27^th; 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded.  

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Contestants will be judged on:

Stage Presence (appearance, ownership of the stage/confidence)

Performance (poise, in full control of music)

Originality

Rhythm

Note accuracy / Pitch