Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Swara super singer: Carnatic music "?
Ans. It is a talent hunt based on online format which provides platform and numerous opportunities to both professional and amateur singers to be heard. It inspires young fresh talented singers of carnatic music to take their passion a step closer to the dream title of carnatic music “Swara super singer 2012”. Its open to everyone with highly esteemed panel of judges that will review all the entries that are uploaded at our website.

How do I enter the competition?
Ans. Visit our website and follow the link "Swara super singer: Carnatic music " which navigates you to the login page. Once you are finished with registration, you can upload your entry for Swara music contest 2012.

How many songs can I enter?
Ans. There is no specific limit on number of songs per entry.

Do I have to be an Indian National before participating in this event?
Ans. No. "Swara super singer: Carnatic music " welcomes contestants all across the globe who have a talent and aptitude for carnatic music.

What is the age limit for participating in this contest?
Ans. A person should be at least 18 years or above in order to register with us. There is also a teen category which acknowledges outstanding talent amongst teenagers (13-17).

What are the various video formats that are supported by "Swara super singer: Carnatic music "? Ans. Our video encoder is suitable for all kinds of video upload supporting vivid formats. But it is advisable to use mp4 and m4a to get utmost clarity. Hence if getting any trouble while uploading the entry; try troubleshooting with these video formats.

Is there any specific audio or video resolution for Swara super singer?
Ans. There is no specific audio resolution recommendation from our side but in case of video resolution; it should be at least 320x240.

Is there a necessity to re-submit entries every month?
Ans. No, once entered and uploaded; there is no need to re-submit again.

What is the approximate length of a video?
Ans. Video should be at least 5 minute long but should not cross 6 minute length.

Are there any restrictions on the type of video or the entry posted?
Ans. Yes there are restrictions which are clearly specified on the website. As specified in the contest rules, the uploaded videos may not contain any trademarks, logos, or copyrighted material; utmost utterance or any sort of sexual or pornographic content. Please ensure that the entries may not promote hateful content of any sorts; violence or harm to another person or persons. Contest entries are advised to ensure that they do not any reveal personal information about them or other persons, nor may they defame or misrepresent another person, religion or community.

Do I need to own the copyright to the music that I use in my video?
Ans. There is no need to own the copyright and for further information kindly refer to our copyright page.

Can my entry/video be flagged?
Ans. Yes it can. If your uploaded entry seems to violate any rule specified before then your entry is flagged by us and further consequences will follow. Flags are used to indicate any kind of rule violation by the contestants.

From where can I get complete details regarding copyright issues?
Ans. Although copyright issues are often complex and difficult to comprehend but still our copyright page of Swara super singer: Carnatic music; offers enough insight regarding copyright issues. For further details help-us page and contact-us page may be referred.

I think violates the contest rules, How can I report that specific entry?
Ans. There is a channel of communication via our email link which is available at our website. All you need to do is send us an email at info@swaramusicacademy.com Swara super singer. Be sure to be clear while informing us as to which contest the entry is in, either by the name or by the url of the contest entry. Remember to specify the reason as to why you felt that entry was violating rules.

What kind of entry is eligible for Swara super singer: Carnatic music Act?
Ans. All Swara super singers Act entries must feature the contestant in some way and must be submitted under the appropriate gender category. Entries may also ensure that they do not contain any copyrighted musical or visual material.

Does one need to pay any amount in order to participate in Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. No. this contest is open for everyone who adheres to the age limit and it’s absolutely free. There is no need to pay any sort of money to participate in this contest. Only true carnatic music talent and zeal to achieve something through this talent can make your entry standout amongst the rest.

How is my video entry evaluated?
Ans. Every entry which is uploaded at our website is made visible to the members of Swara super singer: Carnatic music. After viewing each entry they vote for the best video entry. The video getting the highest number of votes wins Swara super singer: Carnatic music.

What should I put in my Swara super singer: Carnatic music entry?
Ans. Tell us who you are and why the Swara super singer: Carnatic music community should vote for you. Your entry should ideally show off both your talent for carnatic music idol and zeal to achieve that title.

How do I edit the video content of my uploaded video/ entry?
Ans. Editing or changing or modifying the video content of contest entries is not allowed. Because Swara super singer: Carnatic music members may have already voted for your existing entry, changing the content of the entry would be unfair to them. If however you still feel the need to change or alter the video content, you can delete the existing entry and upload a new one.

What if my video entry gets disappear without any notification?
Ans. It is going to be rarest affair with the uploaded video. One problem that may happen that you might accidently delete your own entry in that case you need to re-enter with a fresh uploaded video. Swara super singer: Carnatic music will not deal with the amount of votes lost in this procedure. Otherwise the most common reason for an entry to be disappeared or to be removed from our contest pages is because the entry was flagged for a rule violation by our officials as per contest norms.

Can I have multiple entries in Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. Yes you can. A person can have multiple entries in this contest, kindly ensure that all entries are only carnatic music based and are as per norms and regulations of the contest.

Can I re-use my videos for fresh entry?
Ans. No. no two videos by the same person should be similar. The vocals and the music content should vary in each of the multiple entries by the same person. If any sort of violation is seen then the all multiple entries will be flagged and the entries will be removed without any notification.

How can I delete my contest entry?
Ans. You can delete a contest entry by clicking the Un-publish button on the Contest Entry page. Kindly note that once a video/entry is deleted cannot be uploaded or found again in our database. The count of votes for that entry gets also deleted. To re-enter the event and initiate voting by members; you need to upload a new video.

How do I edit the title or description of my video entry?
Ans. Modifying the description of your video entry is allowed by Swara super singer: Carnatic music. You may edit the title and description of your entry by clicking the Edit link on your profile. Once through with the changes you can save your entry which gets immediately visible to other members.

Should I upload my entry again if I don't see a thumbnail?
Ans. It can generally take up to 15 minutes for our system to encode your contest entry. If even after 15 minutes you still don't see your entry, you can either try your upload again or email info@swaramusicacademy.com for further assistance in this regard.

What should I do if I accidentally entered the wrong contest entry?
Ans. Go to the Contest Entry page and click the Un-publish button to remove the entry from the incorrect contest. Then re-upload the entry into the correct contest.

If I write original music but don't sing, can I still enter Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. Swara super singer: Carnatic music video entries should have a vocal component to ensure that they are in the league of other contestants in race for Carnatic Idol 2012.

Can I submit a cover into Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. No. Covers or any other remakes of copyrighted songs will be flagged as per copyright violation and removed from the contest pages. So it is advisable to ensure that you include original composition in your video entry with appropriate content which is as per Swara super singer: Carnatic music norms.

Can I enter my band into Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. This is possible only if you are the main vocalist in that band, as our voters or members will be judging the vocal component of the uploaded video. Also if your band is a carnatic music based band; only then the vocal component of your video will be voted otherwise your entry will be flagged. Kindly ensure that solo entries with individual performances would be preferred by the members of Swara super singer: Carnatic music.

What can I win in the Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. Once winning the reputed Swara super singer: Carnatic music; a person will be crowned the carnatic music idol 2012 of this web series. This will result in exposure and opportunities that might result in working with the most renowned in carnatic music. Such a platform offers the winner unique opportunities and a head start in a career in carnatic music industry which is now very popular all across the country.

Where can I find prize listings for Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. The prizes for Swara super singer: Carnatic music contest will be announced on Our website.

What can I do to increase my chances at winning Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. The most successful Swara super singer contestants utilize the features available on their super singer profiles and the sharing tools available on their contest entry pages to social network and promote their entry across the web. To ensure that you win this title, if you need to make sure that the number votes coming at entry should increase day by day. Greater the numbers of votes, greater are your chances at winning Swara super singer: Carnatic music.

Is it important to furnish true details while signing up for Swara super singer: Carnatic music?
Ans. Yes. It will be in your benefit if you provide us with correct details like name, email-id, contact number and contact address amongst many others. This is because if you win Swara super singer; it will be only easier for us to locate you and provide you the prize that you deserve. Correct details can ensure smooth communication between voters and members of Swara super singer.

Is the Swara super singer: Carnatic music Legal Team asking for a photo identity proof?
Ans. Yes our legal team is verified for such purposes. We must verify and ensure that the identity of all our contest winners is true and valid for legal reasons. If you do not wish to send us your verification materials, you will unfortunately become ineligible to collect your prize.

Why is the Swara super singer: Carnatic music Legal Team asking me to authorize a background check?
Ans. It is one of our requirements to conduct a criminal background check on our contestants who are in the end emerge out as winners. This background check usually includes travel and/or direct interaction with the cast and crew of Swara super singer, Productions. If you do not wish to authorize the background check or if you fail the background check due to any circumstances, your candidature for the prize is canceled and you will unfortunately become ineligible to collect your prize.