Talent Hunt Participation

Participation in the Talent Hunt is open for the following forms of performing and visual art:
​1. Music: Vocal and instrumental; classical, semi-classical (i.e. Broadway Musical
production, Movie score), gospel and jazz. A printed copy of the music (score) is
required for the judges to analyze. No top 40 musical performances are allowed unless
they meet the criteria listed for semi classical. No hip hop or rap performances are
allowed.
2. Dance: ballet, modern dance, and tap.
3. Dramatic Interpretation: Poetry, oration, monologue, etc. (Printed script must be
provided for each judge).
4. Visual Art: Sculpture, photography, drawing and painting. (3 to 5 pieces for judging)

Basic Rules for Participation in the Local, State, District, and International Talent Hunt
Programs:
1. Contestant must be a high school student who has not advanced beyond a senior at the time
of the local Talent Hunt competition.
2. Contestants who are homeschooled must present verification from their school district that
they are enrolled as a high school student.
3. All presentations including instrumental numbers must be memorized, dignified, and in
good taste. Presentations which are not memorized cannot be considered for prizes.
4. Track music may be used for accompaniment if there is no lead instrumental or background
vocals included on the track.
5. The Talent Hunt is a competition on the local, state, and district levels.
6. At the international level, the Talent Hunt is a demonstration only! There is no adjudication
at this level. All guidelines at the district level will apply for the international demonstration.
7. The presentation performed or presented at the local level shall be the same as performed at
the state, district, and international levels.

​Video Submission Requirements:
• The contestants must submit their videos in .mp4 or .mov format only and contain the contestant’s
name. (e.g. mikesmith.mov)
• The videos cannot contain any special effects to enhance their performance.
• The contestants must provide a quick introduction (No longer than 15 seconds; see example in
Helpful Hints below) prior to their performances.
• The background area should have sufficient lighting and appropriate scenery.
• The performance must be memorized and conducted in 6 minutes or less.
• Appropriate dress in accordance with the guidelines is required.
• Videos do not need to be professionally recorded.
• Videos made with iPhones or other digital devices are acceptable provided the audio and video are
clear and in the proper format.

​Helpful Hints:
1. Videos do not need to be professionally recorded.
2. Videos should not be edited, and the audio/video quality should be clear.
3. Videos made with iPhones or other digital devices are acceptable provided the audio and video are clear
and in the appropriate format.
4. It is highly recommended that the video resolution be at least 1080p (1920 X 1080).
5. Review your video before you submit your performance. Have a friend, family member, teacher, or
instructor watch it and critique.
6. Introduction should include: Greeting, Name, Age, Grade, School (City/State), Category of performance
and composer (If applicable).
Example: Kinichiwa, my name is Charles Young, I am 17 years old and a senior at Kubasaki High
School in Okinawa, Japan. I will be performing in the dramatic interpretation category: “Invictus”, by
William Ernest Henley
9. Contestants should be sure if recording on a cellular device, that they place their phone in “do not disturb”
mode to avoid interruptions.

​FAQS
Q. Can I record my performance using my smart phone?
  A. Yes, you can use any modern smart phone (Android or IOS).
Q. Can the video be stopped or rewound for the judges?
  A. No, the video must be played from start to finish (once) without pausing or stopping.

Submit questions to:
rhotauquestalenthunt@gmail.com