1Malaysia songwriting contest

The Information, Commu­nications and Culture Ministry is organising a 1Malaysia song writing competition based on the “People First, Performance Concept” mooted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.

The Information Department, in a statement yesterday, said the competition was open to all professional and amateur Malaysian song composers.

“The objective is to popularise patriotic songs among Malaysians, showcase talents in this genre besides instilling the spirit of patriotism among the people,” the statement said.

The songs, presented in CD format with accompaniment of at least one musical instrument or piano score, must be an original composition and should not exceed two minutes.

A hard copy of the lyrics must also be submitted. The forms for submission can be downloaded from the following websites www.moi.gov.my or www.orkestrartm.my

Queries can be directed to RTM’s Music Division at 6032288 7853. Closing date is June 15.

- BERNAMA