The Plymouth Music Competition launches its’ first year by hosting competitions in three age groups; Teens, College Students, and Adults. The competition categories are Popular (Rock, Metal, HipHop, Punk, Pop), Jazz/World, Folk/Blues, and Classical.

Winners will receive cash prizes of up to $1,500, gift certificates, and music related prizes.


Audition Process

The audition process begins with CD submissions sent in by musicians (individuals or groups) in all categories. Submissions, a minimum of one song or a maximum of three, should be no longer than five minutes. Excerpts are accepted. All will be judged by a select group of advisors with musical backgrounds and will include local and regional area music teachers and professors as well as notable musicians from the South Shore and Boston area. Those who are admitted into the competition will be notified with dates for the semi final competition.


Semi-final Competitions

The semi final competition will take place at the Cultural Arts Center (Temple) on Court Street. Its main service hall will provide a beautiful setting with good acoustics for the audition process. These semi-final auditions will be open to the public for the price of admission.


Final Competitions

Final competitions will take place at the Radisson Hotel Ballroom and Memorial Hall. The Radisson Ballroom will provide an elegant and intimate setting for the classical and jazz portions of the competition and Memorial Hall’s newly renovated space will provide the perfect setting for big band, followed by the final competition for the popular category. Private Reception to follow.


Music and Education:
Background Summary

Math and music have always been considered closely connected in many ways. Research shows that starting music lessons at a young age enhances math ability. One theory is that music strengthens the neural chords that transmit information between the two hemispheres of the brains.

Most people enjoy music and find it a naturally interesting subject, while many consider math to be a "difficult" subject. Often, they do not realize how closely related music and math are. Rhythm and pitch, two of the most basic elements of music, are best described using basic math concepts. Math / music correlations include:

• Fractions / rhythm
• Sets and intersecting sets / keys and related keys
• The relationship between ratios, fractions, and decimals / frequency and interval
• Roots and powers / equal temperament tuning