Pallavi Competition

Please read these rules carefully before registering for the competition.

Eligibility

  • The competition is an individual event. Groups will not be allowed to enter.
  • There will be two age groups — Junior for ages 10 to 14, and Senior for ages 15 to 21. (Age should be calculated as of March 1)
  • In addition to these age groups, there will be different categories for vocal and various melody instruments (violin, flute, veena, etc.)

Application/Competition

  • Applicants in the Senior category must submit the details (raga, tala, eduppu, sahityam) of two (2) pallavis on the application form, and juniors must submit one (1).
  • The judges will choose which of the pallavis must be performed on stage. If the contestant is unable to perform the pallavi that the judges have selected, he/she may be disqualified.
  • Competitors should perform alapana and thanam in the raga of the chosen pallavi, followed by the pallavi.
  • A strict time limit of fifteen (15) minutes will be imposed. A buzzer will signal the conclusion of the allotted time. The judges may also request the contestant to stop before the allotted time.
  • The decision of the judges is final and binding.
  • The application for registration and associated entry fee must be received by the deadline, March 24, 2024.
Registration for the competition will open in January