THE General Trias City government has launched a song-writing contest in connection with its anniversary celebration on Dec. 12-13, highlighted by a food fest dubbed “Valenciana Festival.”
Prizes at stake are P30,000 for first place, P20,000 for the runner-up, P10,000 for third place, and P5,000 consolation for each of the seven other finalists.
Deadline for submission of entries is 12 noon, October 20, 2024.
The song-writing competition aims to celebrate the cultural heritage of Gen. Trias, with the original songs essentially embodying the spirit, history, and vibrancy of the Valenciana Festival.
This contest also seeks to highlight the rich traditions of the city and the significance of the Valenciana dish in its cultural identity.
It is open to all Filipino citizens who can enter as individuals, duos, or groups with no age restrictions. However, minors must have parental consent to participate.
The melody and lyrics of the song must be original and must not have been previously published, recorded, or publicly performed. The song should reflect the essence of the Valenciana Festival, capturing its historical roots, cultural significance, and the spirit of the celebration.
The song should be primarily in Filipino, with the option to include up to 10 percent of the lyrics in English if necessary for rhyming or other artistic reasons. Additionally, other foreign words that are commonly understood or frequently heard by the audience, such as “Viva,” “Ánimo” are acceptable.
It is open to all musical genres, but the composition should be lively, festive, and suitable for public performances during the festival. The lyrics should be family-friendly, without any offensive or inappropriate content.
Valenciana is a famous dish in the locality, inherited from the Spaniards. Folklores have it that the dish is like paella without seafood, and instead made with chicken, pork loin, potatoes, carrots, and hotdogs.
