DURBAN’S renowned Gospel Icon Discovery Competition, eThekwini Parks Recreation and Culture Unit Gospel music talent search programme, is back for the 6th time. Auditions will take place until 24 November at various venues around the city.
The Gospel Icon Discovery Competition is primarily aimed at unearthing promising artists in the city, and mentor them to launch their musical careers. This initiative aims to see gospel music changing lives and breaking an entrenched cycle of poverty in former disadvantaged communities.
After gruelling auditions, artists that would tower above the rest in the first round will be given the opportunity to showcase their skills at the main event scheduled to take place at Ohlange Sports Ground, Inanda on 8 December.
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The competition has three categories: the Kiddies ‘Odwinkidwinki’ category for children under 12 years, the second category for soloists and duets from 13 years and older, and the third category is for groups of all ages.
In each category, the winner is awarded a cash prize. This year’s first prize winner will go away with R20 000 and a recording deal, second place is worth R15 000 with the third winner walking away with R10 000. The cherry on top is that both second and third place winners in each category get the opportunity to record a demo CD.
Audition registration starts from 8am to 10am and entry forms are available at the venues.
To view the audition schedule click visit: https://bit.ly/2QWbgMV
Contact the office of Arts and Living Cultures on 031 311 2410/2427/2428.
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