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Singer-Songwriter Contest – Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, Gilford NH
The contest will be managed by Open Mic host John McArthur from NH Music Collective. Featured solo, duo and trio performers will each play 3 songs. A panel of guest judges will score the performances, and select one performer from each of the first 7 weeks of the contest to advance to the finals. In addition, the judges will pick two wild-card performers for the Finals Night.
At the Finals Night, the seven finalists and two wild-card performers will compete for the Grand Prize: $500 and a 2-song recording at Pinnacle Project Studio.
Starts on Monday, September 28 and Goes til Finals Night On Monday, November 19, 2026
Rules Include (and are subject to change):
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Contestants must sign up in advance by emailing John McArthur at john@nhmusiccollective.com. Simple percussion (cajons, tambourines, djembes, congas) are OK, but no drum kits are allowed.
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Performances must include three songs, with at least two songs being original compositions. The performances may include one cover song.
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Contestants who do not make it to the finals the first time they perform, may request to compete again at one of the remaining preliminary rounds by emailing the host.
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Sound equipment will be provided by Patrick’s (performers may bring their own vocal mics, if they choose).
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Performers agree to allow photos and videos to be used for Patrick’s marketing efforts.
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Lyrics must be appropriate for all ages. No profanity.
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Please address questions to Open Mic host John McArthur.
Patrick’s Pub & Eatery / Rte’s 11 & 11B / Gilford NH
603-293-0841