READERS can get a sneak preview here of some of the entrants to the Messenger’s Talented Trafford competition.
We have compiled a short video from some of the audition tapes we’ve received. Just click below to have a look.
We’re asking our readers to send in audition videos or audio files of them doing what they do best.
A selection of the best videos and audio files will be posted on the Messenger’s website to face the public vote.
The top acts go through to a live final at Sale’s Waterside Arts Centre, on September 12, where they will seek to impress a panel of judges.
Not only is Talented Trafford about giving the borough’s most gifted their moment in the spotlight, but proceeds from sales of tickets will also go towards the Messenger’s charity, Hearts and Minds Challenge, which aims to raise £1 million to build a school for children with autism.
It is a project that has attracted celebrity backing from the likes of Boyzone singer Keith Duffy, whose daughter Mia has the condition.
While the location of the school has yet to be decided, it could be built in Trafford. So, dust off your dancing shoes or tune up your guitar and get recording.
The competition has two age groups – eight to 17 years and 18 and over, and there are a number of ways to enter.
You can email your video to talent@messengergrp.co.uk or, if the video is already on YouTube, email the YouTube link to the same email address.
All videos need to be under 50MB and in any format other than Flash.
We will also accept audio files. Send an mp3 or give us the details of a platform (such as Soundcloud), where we will be able to download it.Anyone entering the eight to 17 category will need to prove they have their parent or guardian’s permission.
Public voting will be by phone or text. The closing date for entries is Thursday, August 8.
Usual Newsquest competition rules apply. You can visit newsquest.co.uk/terms for full details of the rules.
Talented Trafford is brought to you in association with www.jdavidsonscrap.com
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