KEATS WITH BEATS
Calling all the rappers to enthral the audience with the power of their rhyme, rhythm and beats. Let’s see what you got!
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Event Type : Team (2-3 members)
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Who can participate : Grade 9-10
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Maximum number of teams in the event : 15 team
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Maximum number of teams per school : 2
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Number of rounds : 1
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Event description:
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Participants will rap on the topic/theme which will be provided on the spot.
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The participants will be given a topic and 60 minutes to prepare a poem on it
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At the end of the 60-minute mark, the teams will have to present their work in the form of a rap.
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The duration of the presentation should be between 1.5 to 2 minutes
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While presenting the rap, the teams have to provide a beat for the rap
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Musical accompaniment/instrument not requiring electrical support may be used when performing, and the contestants are allowed to sing, clap, hum, beatbox or tap
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The rap has to be original and in English language only
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The words/lyrics should not be vulgar/explicit/offensive by any means. The words/lyrics must not be derogatory towards any ethnic group, religion or individual.
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The rap has to be an original creation and will lead to immediate disqualification if found to be plagiarised
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All participants of each team must have equal contribution on the stage.
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Not following the rules and regulations will lead to penalties
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Exceeding the time limit will lead to deduction of points
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Usage of any vulgar lyrics will lead to immediate disqualification
Judging Criteria
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Rhyme
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Rhythm
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Diction
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Words/Lyrics
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Content-Relevance to the topic
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Creativity and Stage Presence