Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Dubai: Stage Set for Mangalore Konkans' Talents Contest
April 24, 2008
Dubai, Apr 24: The much awaited Konkani singing competition organized by the renowned premier organization of UAE, "Mangalore Konkan's Dubai “ is just round the corner. The competition will be held for the age group of 6 years onwards.
The best of 12 singers will be selected (for the coveted GULF VOICE OF MANGALOREAN TITLE) from UAE who will then take part in the second round (semi-final) to be held on the 3rd of Oct. The organizers have introduced a special category this time for the families known as “Konkan Kutumb”, to encourage families in participating in the singing. The competition will be held at the Emirates English Speaking School, Near Safa Park, Dubai.
A panel of experienced judges from the UAE and across the Gulf will judge the competency of the participants. Most of the judges are renowned musicians.
A record number of entries in all categories have already come in. The organizers have appealed to all participants in the adult category ( Solo-male & female) to report by 9am latest. Since the programme has to start at 9.30 am, late registrations may face elimination. The afternoon session will commence at 3.15pm. Registration will start from 2.45pm. Parents of young children taking part in the events are requested to report on time with their wards and thereby help to start the event on time.
A special award known as "The Presidents Award" will be bestowed upon the overall & best performer. Free lunch will be served to all the participants, their family members and guests.
Mangalore Konkan's Dubai would like to thank :
Ivan Fernandes - Ducont.com (Memento Sponsor)Lawrence Mendonca -Standard Fabrication & Engg works Dubai (Sound system sponsor)Shoba Mendonca - Middle Factory LLC, Peter & Jessy D'Souza of Hatta Garage Sharjah,Daijiworld.com for Media support A special thanks to Nestle Middle East & Tiffany
Mangalore Konkans extend their appeal to all spectators to arrive early and occupy their seats which will be on a first come basis.
For further clarification you may kindly call Valerian on 050-6880775 or Ronald on 050-6588383.