What a great idea! Having singing competitions with friends can be an absolute blast and a fun way to bond with your friends. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your singing competition:
Choose a theme
Decide on a theme for the competition, such as a specific genre (e.g., pop, rock, or musical theater), a decade (e.g., 80s or 90s), or a specific artist (e.g., Taylor Swift or Justin Bieber).
Set a date and time: Schedule the competition at a time that works for everyone involved.
Decide on the format: Will you have individual performances, duets, or groups? Will you have a panel of judges or have the audience vote?
Set a rules
Establish some rules to ensure everyone has a good time and is comfortable with their performance.
During the Competition
Have each participant perform
Each person will sing their chosen song, either solo or with their group.
Encourage feedback: Allow each participant to give feedback to others, either verbally or in writing.
Have fun: Remember, the goal is to have fun and enjoy each other’s company!
Post-Competition
Award prizes
If you’ve decided to have a judging panel, award prizes for the winners.
Debrief and discuss
Have a discussion about the competition and what everyone enjoyed or didn’t enjoy about it.
Tips to Make it Even More Fun
Have a playlist
Create a playlist of songs that everyone can choose from, or have participants bring their own songs.
Offer incentives
Consider offering small prizes or incentives for participation, such as pizza or snacks.
Make it a regular event
Consider making the singing competition a regular event, such as every few months or quarterly.
Record the performances
Consider recording the performances and sharing them afterwards, either privately or publicly.
Some Ideas for Singing Competitions
Battle of the Bands
Have each participant perform with their own band or group.
A cappella competition
Have each participant perform an a cappella version of their chosen song. Karaoke competition Use karaoke machines or apps to provide the music for participants to sing along to.