The most promising artists will be invited to an all expense paid trip airfare and accommodation) to New York City and will have sessions with one of New York's best performance coaches.
- The most promising contestants win an all-expense paid trip to Manhattan School of Music in New York City.
- The most promising contestants will receive free coaching sessions by one of the top professionals in the industry (studio musician/performer) and a faculty member of the Manhanttan School of Music for over 15 years.
- Get real feedback from some of most talented Canadian musicians and performers of our time.
Who is the open call for?
Spotlight Productions is holding an open call to all amateur performers in singing, musical composition, dancing, acting or playing ANY musical instrument.
Where is it?
Oakridge Music Studios at 497 West 40th Avenue, Vancouver. It's North-East of the Oakridge Mall Centre.
How do I enter?
Contact us now so you have more time to prepare.
How much is it? You may choose one of the following:
1) NO REGISTRATION FEE OPTION: If you submit your CD or DVD to Anita Leung, (Spotlight Productions Administrator) at:
Live Auditions - Preliminary Audition with the registration fee. The benefits of the audition are to showcase your talents, your presentation skills and your stage presence:
2) STRAIGHT AUDITION OPTION: 1 Piece. You will perform one song for the audition and without a professional coaching session. One-time registration fee of $24.99.
3) AUDITION WITH MINI-COACHING OPTION: 2-3 Pieces. You will perform two to three songs to showcase your versatility. Additionally, you will benefit with coaching advice on your audition. One-time registration fee of $49.99.
4) AUDITION WITH FULL COACHING SESSION OPTION: Time alloted to your audition is 30 minutes. Coaches will help you with the song-writing, performance techniques or anything the performer may want to work on before the final audition. Click here to view our experienced coaches. One-time registration fee of $99.99.
Please note that coaches will not be the judges for the auditions.
Why does it cost me money to audition?
The costs are to cover expenses for marketing and administration.
When are the auditions?
From June 15th, 2007 to August 15th, 2007.
So what do I need to do now?
Pick up the phone or email us.
Who do I contact for more information or if I have questions?
604-321-1551 and speak with Anita or email us at anita@omusicstudios.com
General rules
Please no vulgarity, profanity or material supporting violence or hatred. No explicit provocative or suggestive material. We understand art can contain these materials; however, for the purposes of the audition we feel it is not necessary to use these types of material to showcase your talents. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Who are the musical & performance coaches?
| TERENCE DIEGO | TIM FULLER | ||
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- Regular appearances on the Spanish TV and radio - Music Director/Composer of his own Latin Jazz Orchestra "Orquesta Kol" - Touring musician in Mexico and Eastern & Western Canada - Performed in AL Matheson's Early Jazz Ensemble and Salvador Ferrera's Latin Jazz Orchestra |
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- Has recorded 2 albums and toured internationally for A&M Records - Performed with the likes of Bobby McFerrin - Teamed up with Vancouver producers DJ Ali and Sean Dimitrie to great effect |
| AILEEN DE LA CRUZ | CRAIG SCOTT | ||
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- Debut performance at Carnegie Hall in New York - Recorded with artists Snoop Dogg and Pam Grier's "It's the Real Thing" (featured on the TV series "the L Word") - Signed with publicist/songwriter Vince Degiorgio of Cymba/BMG Music Publishing |
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- Accomplished drummer, vibraphone player and percussionist - Drumming credits include working with Diana Krall and Randy Bachman - 3 albums for CBC including the Juno Award nominated album In A Sentimental Mood |
497 West 40th (near Cambie Street), Vancouver, BC, Canada
(604) 321-1551 - Office