Namchi
(Sikkim): A state-level dancing and singing talent hunt
show named Sikkim Rock Star began at Namchi to provide youth of the
state to showcase their talent.
Sikkim
Rock Star is a music show based on dance and singing competition
sponsored by Singbell GPU Construction Cooperative Society Limited.
According
to the organisers, this event will provide the much-needed platform for
the youth of Sikkim to interact and integrate with the mainstream of
arts and culture at the national level.
The music competition was conducted in three categories while the dances were slotted in solo and group dances.
Sonia Sheikh and K B Gurung, two well-known musicians of Sikkim were judges of the show.
Around
25 dance groups and 25 singers participated in the semi final rounds
and the auditions were held in all the four districts of Sikkim -
Namchi, Singtam, Gangtok and Pelling.
Speaking to ANI a contestant Dhiraj said: "I
was thoroughly encouraged by this opportunity. There were a lot of
participants from all over, but everyone got equal opportunity to
showcase talent, that is what I liked so much about this Sikkim Rock
Star.”
The organisers wished that the state government lends ample support to their efforts.
Organising
committee member Sonia noted : "Things are already improving, I feel
that if the government gives a little support and open some music
institutes for budding talents, then I think that Sikkim can attain its
position, to a great extent. Many artistes from Sikkim even venture out
and they even go to Bollywood. Sikkim can get a place in the field of
music, as one can see. Talking about northeast, Sikkim contributes a
major share in the number of musicians we produce.”
Source ANI
