1 . Music Competitions for Ambitious Musicians

There are plenty of reputable music competitions that artists can enter to help give their career a jumpstart.

Unsigned Only

The goal of Unsigned Only is to find outstanding musicians who have yet to sign a record deal. They have a chance to get exposure and recognition from industry professionals. Moreover, the rules of this competition are very beneficial to these amateur musicians. For example, they can submit as many songs or pieces of music in any style as they like. The grand prizewinner receives $20,000 and a one-on-one interview with record company managers.

The Voice

What’s great about this competition is that contestants can get the exposure and the chance to be coached by some most successful recording artists. A disadvantage for amateurs is that they do allow professional or previously signed musicians to enter. However, this provides a more competitive environment. The winner gets $100,000 and a record deal with Universal Music Group.

America’s Got Talent

America’s Got Talent is a television talent competition that accepts acts of all different types, which is great for exposure and networking. All that’s required is to be a legal United States resident and either be eighteen years old or have a guardian’s permission. The grand prizewinner receives $1,000,000 and the chance to perform in their own Las Vegas show.

International Songwriting Competition

The International Songwriting Competition is open to both amateur and professional musicians. The contest allows musicians to have their songs heard by industry leaders and opens doors for them in the industry. Participants are allowed to submit as many songs as they want. Seventy-one winners will be chosen to get cash, merchandise, and a chance of the musician international exposure.

1. Who is Unsigned Only intended for?

A．Adults.	B．Amateur musicians.
C．Professional musicians.	D．United States citizens.

2. What is the common benefit of the four competitions?

A．The exposure to more people.	B．The access to the music industry.
C．The coaching from professionals.	D．The opportunity of holding a concert.

3. Which competition involves all kinds of performances?

A．The Voice.	B．Unsigned Only.
C．America’s Got Talent.	D．International Songwriting Competition.