What are the exact details?
From March 1, 2023 until May 1, 2023, soloists, ensembles, youth choirs and adult choirs may enter this contest by submitting a performance video (does not have to be in front of audience) to WHYYContests@whyy.org Once the entry collection phase ends, a panel of local judges/experts will narrow the field to 18 continuing contestants, representing each of our coverage regions (Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania suburbs, southern New Jersey and all of Delaware). See below for eligible counties. The 18 selected entrants will compete at regional competitions taking place between May-September 2023. Each regional competition will yield advancing contestants for a total of nine entrants continuing to the final round. The final round will be an in-person competition where three winners will be selected by a panel of area judges. Please note: all entries become the property of WHYY and may not be acknowledged or returned.
What is the prize?
Each of the winners will receive WHYY memberships, year-long passes to all WHYY member events, $500 for first place and $250 for the two runners up and a year’s worth of bragging rights! (Retail value of approximately $300-$600.)
WHYY reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to substitute a prize with one of comparable or greater value.
Where can I enter to win?
Eligible entrants must email a video of a performance (does not have to be in front of audience) along with their name, email address and phone number to WHYYContests@whyy.org If applicable, the name and address of your organization must also be provided. Video links can be via Youtube, Vimeo or similar platforms. Attachments and entries delivered to WHYY in person will not be accepted. Incomplete entries will not be eligible to win.
Eligibility Requirements
To enter, you must (a) be at least 18 years old at the time of entry (b) be the parent or guardian of any entrant(s) younger than 18 (c) be a U.S. resident physically residing in the state of Delaware, the following counties of southern New Jersey (Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Salem, Somerset, Warren counties) or Philadelphia and its surrounding counties (Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware) and (d) not be precluded by applicable law from participating and (d) not be precluded by applicable law from participating.
Board members, employees, their immediate families (parent, child, spouse and/or sibling and each of their respective spouses, regardless of where they reside), and those living in the same households (whether or not related), of WHYY, Inc. are not eligible to enter. Must be a legal U.S. resident.
Do I need to make a gift or purchase to enter?
No. A gift or purchase is not required.
How many entries are permitted per person?
One entry per person or organization is allowed.
How will licensing of the submitted and performed songs be handled?
Licensing is required for any songs broadcast via WHYY TV 12, WHYY-FM, WHYY.org, and WHYY’s social media accounts. Licensing will be taken care of by WHYY.
What are the odds of winning?
The odds of winning will depend on the number of entrants. We will not set a limit on the total number of entries allowed.
When does the contest start? When does it end?
Collection of contest entries will begin at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 and end at 12:00 p.m. ET on Friday, Monday, May 1, 2023.
How will the winner be notified?
WHYY will make reasonable efforts to contact the winners of each stage using information provided in the email entry within 48 hours of the winners being selected. This contact will be by phone and/or email. If a winner does not contact WHYY within 2 business days after the first initial contact, WHYY will send notification through certified mail. After an additional 3 business days of certified letter delivery date, WHYY may, at its option, award another person/group for advancement.
General Conditions:
This contest is void where prohibited. WHYY is not liable for wrong entries or those not accepted due to technical issues.
Winner’s List:
For the name(s) of the final round of winner(s), send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to WHYY Lifting Voices in Praise Winners, WHYY, Independence Mall West, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 for receipt no later than December 31, 2024.
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