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| The 2nd Hong Kong Synergy 24 Drum Competition The Hong
Kong Drum Festival 2003 was the first of its kind and featured a huge
variety of attractive programmes and activities, such as the mass rally of
3,000 drummers that made Guinness Record, the Hong Kong Drum Music
Exhibition, Know Your Drumming Index---Drums to Test Your Mood, Majestic
Drums concert, and Hong Kong Synergy 24 etc.. The roaring drums inspired the
people of Hong Kong who had been suffering from the severe blow of SARS to
keep their chins up and listen to the rich sounds of Chinese music. The
Festival was highly commended and warmly supported by the community. The
first Hong Kong Synergy 24 Drum Competition saw a staggering participation
of more than 60 teams. Now to keep that dynamic flow of energy that incites
self-actualization going, we are going to hold the competition again this
year. Participating teams can let their imagination run free when inventing
the best routines. The final round will be held at the Majestic Drums IV
Concert and there are many major prizes to be won. The Hong Kong Chinese
Orchestra looks forward to seeing drum culture as part of the Hong Kong
spirit again. Show Your Creative Energy Through Drums Rules of the Competition 1. Competing groups in the Hong Kong Synergy 24 Drum Competition will be divided into the following sections: a. Junior Section: Routines No. 1-8 (Choice of any 3 routines, duration not to exceed 5 minutes) b. Intermediate Section: Routines No. 9-16 (Choice of any 3 routines, duration not to exceed 5 minutes) c. Senior Section: Routines No. 17-24 (Choice of any 3 routines, duration not to exceed 6 minutes) d. Open Section: (Any self-devised drum scores and routines are welcome, duration not to exceed 6 minutes) 2. Each participating team may register to compete in ANY ONE of the Junior, Intermediate and Senior sections. However, all participating teams are welcome to register for competition in the Open Section simultaneously, on condition that the routines and the drum scores are different from their first category entry. 3. Participating teams in the Junior, Intermediate and Senior sections are limited to a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 30 members, and those participating in the Open Section may have a maximum of 50 members, all regardless of sex and age. 4. Each participating team may choose any combination of Chinese drums, regardless of size and type. However, only Chinese drums may be used. Drums of any other ethnic origins will not be accepted. 5. Participating teams may arrange the music scores as they think fit. The original tempo and drumming routines shall not be changed. However, for the Open Section, such limitations do not apply. Arrangement scores should be given to the Judges for reference during the competition. 6. Participating teams may design their own costumes, group formations and staging of their performance, subject to the final approval of the HKCO.
Criteria for the Competition 1. The overall outlook and presentation on stage 2. Accuracy in tempo 3. Uniformity in movement 4. Dynamics 5. Creativity as demonstrated in the group formation, costume design and staging 6. The degree of difficulty in performing the music. The Organizing Committee Chairman
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Mr Yan Huichang,
Vice Chairman : Ms Chin Man-wah, Celina, Executive Director, Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Mr Yim Hok-man, Associate Concertmaster and Percussion Principal, Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Members : Mr Ronald Chin Mr Wang Dong Mr Chew Hee-chiat Dr Chan Ming-chi Ms Naomi Chung Panel of Judges (in alphabetical order) Well-known drummers and scholars from Taiwan, Singapore, China and Japan Awards There will be a Champion, First Runner-up and Second Runner-up in each section. There will also be awards for Best Interpretation, Best Group Formation, Best Costume, Best Drummer, for being Most Creative, and Honourable Mentions. How to Register 1. Registration Forms are available at: Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Hong Kong City Hall, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, Sha Tin Town Hall, Kwai Tsing Theatre, Ngau Chi Wan Civic Centre, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, Tom Lee Piano Company, Eight Sound Musical Instruments and Harmony Music Co. 2. Registration Method: Completed Registration Forms should be submitted with a registration fee of HK$100 (to be EITHER in the form of a cheque made payable to "Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Limited" OR by direct deposit into the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra's banking account at Hang Seng Bank: 388-487-688-001). Please send your Registration Form together with your cheque or pay-in slip by mail or in person to: The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, Room 407, Lu Plaza, 2 Wing Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. 3. Deadline for Registration (Local and Overseas-including Mainland China): 30 July, 2004 4. For overseas participating teams (including Mainland China, please mail video tape entries to our office before 20 September, 2004. 5. Each participating team will receive music scores and demo VCDs from the presenter. Competition Schedule and Venue The First Round 16.10.2004 - Junior Section and Intermediate Section 17.10.2004 - Senior Section and Open Section Hong Kong Chater Garden The Final Round 19-20.11.2004 Sha Tin Town Hall Concert Hall Note: 1. Each qualified participating team will be required to send a representative to attend working group meetings, demonstrations and presentations on the Competition as arranged by the presenter. 2. Participating teams should be responsible for making available musical instruments required for the Competition. Alternatively, they can order various types of Chinese drums which carry the Hong Kong Drum Festival logo from the presenter. For details, please call 3185 1611. 3. The presenter reserves the right to make amendments/changes to the Schedule, Rules, the Panel of Judges, dates and venue of the Competition without prior notice. Safety Godown Group presents The 2nd Hong Kong Synergy 24 Drum Competition
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