Rules and Judging Criteria
SOLO WITH / WITHOUT MUSIC:
1. The Posture and proper enunciation of words in the song.
2. Keeping in sync with the music, if using an accompaniment tape -the Rhythm as well as keeping the Tempo and the Timing in a song.
3. Staying on key, and keeping the pitch and the tone within the range.
4. Demonstrating confidence, style, good breathing and voice projection.
5. Proper use of gestures that conveys contestants’ interpretations and feelings.
6. No lip-synching or relying on the human voice from the tape.
7. The theme and spiritual message of the song.
8. Keeping within the allotted time (6 Minutes for solo with music and 3 Minutes for solo without music).
9. Level 1 is not allowed to use music
SPEECH:
1. The delivery; emphasizing the points clearly in an organized and logical manner.
2. Use of supportive examples and references that illustrate the points.
3. A logical structure comprising of introduction, body and conclusion.
4. Conveyed the theme and message clearly with flow and cohesiveness.
5. Keeping within the allotted time (5 Minutes).
6. Must use the word ' Christ' or 'Jesus ' at least once in the speech.
7. Must use at least one reference from bible
ESSAY:
1. Clarity; ease of understanding the thoughts without difficulty.
2. Use of supportive references and practical examples.
3. Theme; emphasizing yet precise.
4. A logical structure and flow using an introduction, body and conclusion.
5. Style of writing that fosters creativity and is thought provoking.
6. Keeping within the allotted time (30 Minutes).
BIBLE QUIZ:
1. Write/choose from option/ Fill in the blanks.
2. Keeping within the allotted time (30 Minutes).
3. No partial credits will be given.
MEMORY VERSE: LEVEL 1 & 2:
1. Oral competition. (Non-elimination method, with one contestant per judge.)
2. No reference required or allowed.
3. Must be a complete verse. No repetition of similar verses, not even from other books in the Bible.
4. A maximum of only 15 sec. permitted between verses
5. A written / printed list of verses (along with which Bible version was used) that the contestant has learned and will recite, must be submitted to the judge at the time of the competition.
6. Five bonus points awarded, if verses are recited from all 66 books.
MEMORY VERSE: LEVEL 3 – 5:
1. Total time limit is 30 minutes.
2. Only one Bible version, (NIV, KJV NASB, Etc.) can be used. Bible version must be written on the paper provided.
3. Must be written in a legible manner using Malayalam or English. Only one language can be used.
4. No repetition of similar verses from different references.
5. Each verse must be complete and must have a full reference.
6. Five bonus points awarded, if verses written from all 66 books.
PENCIL DRAWING:
1. Total time limit is 30 minutes.
2.Drawing will be judged based on originality, overall presentation and adherence to the theme.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC:
1. Total time limit is 3 minutes
2. Prerecorded music or rhythm is not allowed
3. Instrumental Type - Keyboard, String instruments, Wind instruments and Percussion instruments
4. Song will be chosen from the list of songs provided below for each group and will be announced on the day of the competition at 9 AM.
(Practice all songs listed under your group)
GROUP SONG:
1. Keeping the time limit - 6 min (Warning flag after 5 min. 30 sec.).
2. Pre-recorded music/rhythm is allowed.
3. The posture and proper enunciation of words in the song.
4. Keeping the Rhythm, Tempo and the Timing in a song.
5. Everyone staying on key and keeping the pitch and the tone together.
6. Demonstrating confidence, coordination, style, harmony, and in unison.
7. Good use of gestures conveying group’s interpretations and feelings in the song.
8. The theme and spiritual message of the song.
NOTE: FOR GROUP SONG THERE IS NO AGE LIMIT, BUT ONLY FIFTEEN (15) PARTICIPANTS INCLUDING SINGERS AND ALL INSTRUMENT PLAYERS CAN BE IN ONE TEAM. IF YOUR TEAM PERFORMED WITH MORE THAN FIFTEEN PARTICIPANTS, THE ENTIRE TEAM WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. CAN USE PRE-RECORDED RHYTHM.
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TOPICS & SONGS
ESSAY TOPICS:
Level 2: Obedience is better than sacrifice.
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
SPEECH TOPICS:
Level 1: Speak about one of your best loved Bible story and the moral behind the story.
Level 2: The most influential of the miracles that Jesus performed in your perspective. (Pick any miracle from the gospels and add your perspective to it)
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
PENCIL DRAWING TOPICS:
Level 1 -2: Noah's Arc
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SONGS:
Level 2: a) Bless the lord O my soul (10000 reasons)
b) In Christ alone, my hope is found
Level 3-5: a) Bless the Lord oh my soul -(Matt Redman)
b) In Christ alone, My hope is found -(Adrienne Camp)
c) Reckless love (Cory Asbury)
d) Way maker, miracle worker-Leeland
- e) What a beautiful name-Hillsong
1. The Posture and proper enunciation of words in the song.
2. Keeping in sync with the music, if using an accompaniment tape -the Rhythm as well as keeping the Tempo and the Timing in a song.
3. Staying on key, and keeping the pitch and the tone within the range.
4. Demonstrating confidence, style, good breathing and voice projection.
5. Proper use of gestures that conveys contestants’ interpretations and feelings.
6. No lip-synching or relying on the human voice from the tape.
7. The theme and spiritual message of the song.
8. Keeping within the allotted time (6 Minutes for solo with music and 3 Minutes for solo without music).
9. Level 1 is not allowed to use music
SPEECH:
1. The delivery; emphasizing the points clearly in an organized and logical manner.
2. Use of supportive examples and references that illustrate the points.
3. A logical structure comprising of introduction, body and conclusion.
4. Conveyed the theme and message clearly with flow and cohesiveness.
5. Keeping within the allotted time (5 Minutes).
6. Must use the word ' Christ' or 'Jesus ' at least once in the speech.
7. Must use at least one reference from bible
ESSAY:
1. Clarity; ease of understanding the thoughts without difficulty.
2. Use of supportive references and practical examples.
3. Theme; emphasizing yet precise.
4. A logical structure and flow using an introduction, body and conclusion.
5. Style of writing that fosters creativity and is thought provoking.
6. Keeping within the allotted time (30 Minutes).
BIBLE QUIZ:
1. Write/choose from option/ Fill in the blanks.
2. Keeping within the allotted time (30 Minutes).
3. No partial credits will be given.
MEMORY VERSE: LEVEL 1 & 2:
1. Oral competition. (Non-elimination method, with one contestant per judge.)
2. No reference required or allowed.
3. Must be a complete verse. No repetition of similar verses, not even from other books in the Bible.
4. A maximum of only 15 sec. permitted between verses
5. A written / printed list of verses (along with which Bible version was used) that the contestant has learned and will recite, must be submitted to the judge at the time of the competition.
6. Five bonus points awarded, if verses are recited from all 66 books.
MEMORY VERSE: LEVEL 3 – 5:
1. Total time limit is 30 minutes.
2. Only one Bible version, (NIV, KJV NASB, Etc.) can be used. Bible version must be written on the paper provided.
3. Must be written in a legible manner using Malayalam or English. Only one language can be used.
4. No repetition of similar verses from different references.
5. Each verse must be complete and must have a full reference.
6. Five bonus points awarded, if verses written from all 66 books.
PENCIL DRAWING:
1. Total time limit is 30 minutes.
2.Drawing will be judged based on originality, overall presentation and adherence to the theme.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC:
1. Total time limit is 3 minutes
2. Prerecorded music or rhythm is not allowed
3. Instrumental Type - Keyboard, String instruments, Wind instruments and Percussion instruments
4. Song will be chosen from the list of songs provided below for each group and will be announced on the day of the competition at 9 AM.
(Practice all songs listed under your group)
GROUP SONG:
1. Keeping the time limit - 6 min (Warning flag after 5 min. 30 sec.).
2. Pre-recorded music/rhythm is allowed.
3. The posture and proper enunciation of words in the song.
4. Keeping the Rhythm, Tempo and the Timing in a song.
5. Everyone staying on key and keeping the pitch and the tone together.
6. Demonstrating confidence, coordination, style, harmony, and in unison.
7. Good use of gestures conveying group’s interpretations and feelings in the song.
8. The theme and spiritual message of the song.
NOTE: FOR GROUP SONG THERE IS NO AGE LIMIT, BUT ONLY FIFTEEN (15) PARTICIPANTS INCLUDING SINGERS AND ALL INSTRUMENT PLAYERS CAN BE IN ONE TEAM. IF YOUR TEAM PERFORMED WITH MORE THAN FIFTEEN PARTICIPANTS, THE ENTIRE TEAM WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. CAN USE PRE-RECORDED RHYTHM.
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TOPICS & SONGS
ESSAY TOPICS:
Level 2: Obedience is better than sacrifice.
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
SPEECH TOPICS:
Level 1: Speak about one of your best loved Bible story and the moral behind the story.
Level 2: The most influential of the miracles that Jesus performed in your perspective. (Pick any miracle from the gospels and add your perspective to it)
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
PENCIL DRAWING TOPICS:
Level 1 -2: Noah's Arc
Level 3-5: Topics to be announced on the day of the competition by 9 AM.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SONGS:
Level 2: a) Bless the lord O my soul (10000 reasons)
b) In Christ alone, my hope is found
Level 3-5: a) Bless the Lord oh my soul -(Matt Redman)
b) In Christ alone, My hope is found -(Adrienne Camp)
c) Reckless love (Cory Asbury)
d) Way maker, miracle worker-Leeland
- e) What a beautiful name-Hillsong