2015 Open Mic Jazz SINGING Competition Prizes valued at over R100 000 up for grabs Where : Jackson Hall When : Every Wednesday from 5 August 2015 to 23 September 2015 Register : From 19h30 (maximum of 20 entrants per night) Entrants must be 18 years or older and non-professional singers Rules available at the MVG registration office and suninternational.com Tell us about your experience, your feedback is important www.suninternational.com/tellus @GrandWestSA GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World www.grandwest.co.za 27 21 505 7777
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World Winner : R 25 000 - cash prize 1 st Runner Up : R 7 500 - cash prize 2 nd Runner Up : R 5 000 - cash prize Total value of prize : R 37 500 GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World is offering cash prizes to the top three winners of Open Mic Jazz 2015. GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World in Cape Town is the largest entertainment destination of its kind in South Africa and Sun International s most successful casino property. It offers an around-the-clock wonderland encompassing a casino, restaurants, bars, theatre, cinema and nightclub all under one roof and is a never-ending world of fun, food and fabulous family entertainment. It is a proud supporter of South African talent and community based projects. Email : grandwest@suninternational.com Tel : 021 505 7777 Website : www.grandwest.co.za Facebook : GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World Twitter : @GrandWestSA Instagram : @grandwestsa
Echo Motion Media Winner : R15 000 Behind the Scenes video of the recording of the winner s demo Total value of prize : R15 000 The winner will receive a behind the scenes video of the recording of their demo song in the recording studio taking place during a single day of filming. Terms and conditions apply. Email : mark@echomedia.co.za Tel : 021 975 5100 Website : www.echomedia.co.za Facebook : Echo Motion Media Twitter : @MarkBernabei
Thundabird Studios Winner : R10 000 3-hour studio session to record a demo Total value of prize : R10 000 The winner will receive a three-hour studio session at Thundabird Studio. A sound engineer will record and mix the demo and present it in a CD format for the winner. The winner is required to provide his/her own band or backing tracks for the day of the recording. Thundabird Studio, situated in Rosebank, is a brand new studio facility designed to cater for the musical requirements of the television, radio, film and original music genres in South Africa. The studio is proudly fitted with some of the best brands in the world namely AKG, Yamaha, Martin guitars, Fender guitars and Amplifiers, Orange Bass Amplification, Focusrite, Protools to name but a few. We are currently in the process of recording our first artist, Chris Werge s first debut album. Thundabird Studio s strive for musical, sonic and creative excellence and our doors are always open. Thundabird Studio was established in June 2014 by four people passionate about music, namely Richard, Michael, Andrew and Neil. The studio is run and operated daily by Neil Benjamin. Email : neil@thundabird.co.za Tel : 021 685 1732 Facebook : Thundabird Studios
Wild and Marr Winner : R5 500 SHURE Super 55 Microphone 1 st Runner Up : R2 850 SHURE SM58 Microphone 2 nd Runner Up : R1 850 SHURE SE215-CL Ear Phones Total value of prize : R9 530 The winner will receive an old-school Jazz inspired SHURE Super 55 Microphone. The 1 st runner up will receive a SHURE SM58 Microphone and the 2nd runner up will receive a set of SHURE SE215-CL Ear Phones. Wild and Marr (Pty) Ltd is Southern Africa s renowned fore-runner in the distribution and installation of professional audio and video equipment. The company is well reputed for strategically tailored professional audio solutions. Timeous, relevant, accurate input as well as excellent after sales service and repairs have cemented the company as a trusted brand. Wild and Marr boasts superior designed, well established industry leaders like Shure, The Harman Pro bouquet and others. This brand dashboard coupled with cutting edge engineering skills have never failed to satisfy clientele. Wild and Marr are renowned specialist in custom audio engineering, audio/video integration, computer aided design and acoustic analysis. This prize is made possible by SHURE the Most Trusted Audio Brand Worldwide with technical support provided by authorised importer and distributor Wild and Marr. Email : Dean@wmc.co.za Tel : 021 787 9378 Website : www.wildandmarr.co.za Facebook : Wild and Marr Twitter : @WildandMarr
Spotlight Music Winner : R 4 000 - career mentoring 1 st Runner Up : R 2 500 - career mentoring 2 nd Runner Up : R 1 500 - career mentoring Total value of prize : R 8 000 Spotlight Music is owned by Bev Scott-Brown who is the producer of the Open Mic Jazz singing competition. The winner will receive eight x one-hour career mentoring sessions to the value of R4 000. The 1 st runner up will receive four x one-hour career mentoring sessions to the value of R2 500. The 2 nd runner up will receive three x one-hour career mentoring sessions to the value of R1 500. This prize will cover the singer s career goals, aspirations, repertoire, band and presentation and marketing elements. Bev Scott-Brown moved to Cape Town after completing her BMus degree at Wits University. Over the last 20 years she has performed jazz, pop and rock with various bands including the Jonny Cooper Orchestra, Late Final, Blaze, The Firm and Long Street Premium Band. She is an experienced session artist and released her album it s the little things in 2007. She is the owner of Spotlight Music, is the producer of the Open Mic Jazz singing competition, and is on the board of Inspired Stages. Email : bev@spotlightmusic.co.za Tel : 083 505 8955 Website : www.spotlightmusic.co.za Facebook : Beverley Scott-Brown Twitter : @bevscottbrown
Kim Kallie Performance Academy Winner : R4 000 8 x 1 hour Vocal and performance training sessions 1 st Runner Up : R2 500 5 x 1 hour Vocal and performance training sessions 2 nd Runner Up : R1 500 3 x 1 hour Vocal and performance training sessions Total value of prize : R8 000 Each session will focus on the technical aspects of vocal performance as well as developing mental skills for consistency in performance. The Kim Kallie Performance Academy was established in 2011 as Kim Kallie began to dedicate her time to the development of young performers. Kim focuses on the technical aspects of the vocal and performance elements of being a performer as well as developing mental skills for consistency in performance. Kim Kallie-Banner has been immersed within the music and theatrical worlds her whole life. She has extensive experience in theatre, cabaret and industrial theatre and has performed in several high profile shows including Evita & Menopause. She recorded the album Margino that went Platinum within six months of release. Kim has hosted her own TV show, performed extensively with pop and rock bands and is an experienced session singer. In 2011 she began to focus her energy into the development of younger entertainers by creating the Kim Kallie Performance Academy. Email : kimkalliebanner@gmail.com Tel : 082 560 4014 Facebook : Kim Kallie Performance Academy
Table Bay Hotel 1 st Runner Up : R6 250 - accommodation prize Total value of prize : R6 250 The Table Bay Hotel is offering a one night stay for two at The Table Bay Hotel, breakfast inclusive. The Table Bay Hotel is the ultimate in luxury when looking for Cape Town accommodation. This sophisticated Sun International property was opened in May 1997 by none other than iconic former South African president, Nelson Mandela. One of the Leading Hotels of the World, the Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town is set on the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This stylish Cape Town accommodation has been created, not only as a tribute to the world-famous bay, but also to set its own standards in international service, cuisine and luxury. Location is everything and the Table Bay Hotel is perfectly situated to take full advantage of Cape Town s most incredible sights and settings. Conveniently positioned against the stunning backdrop of the working harbour, Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, the Table Bay Hotel provides an experience like no other whether you are visiting for business or pleasure. Tel : 021 406 5000 Website : www.suninternational.com/table-bay Facebook : The Table Bay Hotel Twitter : @TableBayHotelSA
Golden Valley Casino 2 nd Runner Up : R3 000 accommodation prize Total value of prize : R3 000 The 2 nd runner up will receive a one night midweek stay for two at Golden Valley Lodge, breakfast inclusive. The picturesque Breede River Valley in Worcester is home to the Golden Valley Casino. It s an intimate venue that s both warm and inviting, offering exceptional personal service and a friendly experience for all. You can expect a home-away-from-home feeling in an intimate environment, surrounded by captivating mountains and natural fynbos.there are a great number of enjoyable activities to partake in, spending time in the Golden Valley Casino being one of the most popular. In addition to that, there s live entertainment every weekend, fabulous eating experiences and an inviting swimming pool to while away the time by. Our venue is 100% family friendly and we encourage kids to come and enjoy the fun activities we have planned at Harry s Corner. The rooms at Golden Valley Lodge are both comfortable and stylish, offering guests a relaxing stay just an hour out of the hub of Cape Town. Your stay will be one to remember, filled with all the necessary pieces that combine to form the ultimate holiday. In our bid to add the golden touch to everything we do, we strive to support the local communities and markets by making use of their services and donating to local charities where possible. Over 80% of our employees are locals, which is something we re really proud of. Tel : 023 348 7200 Website : www.suninternational.com/golden-valley Facebook : Golden Valley Casino Twitter : @GoldenValleyCasino
Cape Music Exchange Winner : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 1 st Runner Up : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 2 nd Runner Up : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 4 th place : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 5 th place : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 6 th place : R500 2 x tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference 2016 Total value of prize : R3 000 The top six finalists will each receive two tickets to the Cape Music Exchange Conference in 2016 which runs over two days. Music Exchange is South Africa s first independent music conference and is the brainchild of industry professionals Martin Myers, a long-standing publicist, and Peter Lacey, Managing Director of Musketeer Records. The inaugural conference was held in Cape Town in March 2009. The conference continues in 2016 and aims to give budding musicians, singers, songwriters, promoters etc. an insight into the workings of the business as well as the opportunity to ask hard hitting questions of those professionals who know it all! South Africa has unbelievable talent and the conference aims to give people in the music industry the insights and knowledge through the exchange of information that will empower them to make a living out of their passion for music Email : martin@martinmyers.co.za Website : www.musicexchange.co.za/ Facebook : Music Exchange Twitter : @musicexchange
The Crypt Winner : R2 400 public performance at The Crypt Total value of prize : R2 400 The winner will be invited to perform for one paid performance at The Crypt with their band. This fee is the total fee to cover all band members. Famous historic meeting place beneath St George s Cathedral where African and international jazz, cultures and cuisine fuse. The St George s Cathedral Crypt, built in 1898, is an important Cape Town landmark and museum. Now a jazz club, The Crypt serves light snacks and dinner in a setting that retains a sense of its history and charm. Cape Town is very proud of its jazz heritage, so at The Crypt we hope to: present the best South African based jazz available in a relaxed atmosphere, create a destination venue for new and established musicians to collaborate and captivate Cape Town s community of jazz lovers, provide local and visiting musicians a place to hang, commune and play together, provide a platform for international music exchange a great stop on the tour circuit for international musicians, attract new audiences to Jazz by presenting great musicians in an intimate setting where Jazz can thrive and the guests become family. Open for light snacks and dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Music from 19h00 to 22h00 Tuesday through Thursday. Music from 20h00 to 23h00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Email : info@thecryptjazz.com Tel : 079 683 4658 Website : www.thecryptjazz.com Facebook : The Crypt Jazz Restaurant Twitter : @thecryptjazz