Amplify

Event Description

Solo instrumentalists hit the stage to unleash their virtuosity and musical flair, delivering electrifying performances that will dazzle judges and leave the audience in awe.

Date of the Event

• 14/11/2025

Registration Process

1. The participants will have to register on the official Saturnalia registration platform before the deadline mentioned on the platform itself.
2. The participation of the registered participants is subject to shortlisting in case of an overwhelming response (The process and requirements for shortlisting will be shared with the participants if required).
3. In case of shortlisting, only the shortlisted participants (otherwise all the participants) will be notified of the further process and will have to follow the below-mentioned steps:
   • Performers must use their chosen instrument exclusively. No vocals, electronic tracks, or pre-recorded music allowed.
   • Participants will then have to fill out the required forms and make the necessary payments (for non-Thapar students).
   • For the selected participants, on-the-spot registration by the group is compulsory for slotting.
   • Participation in the competition is exclusively open to college students possessing valid ID cards for the current year.

Registration Fee: 350/- per participant

Rules & Regulations

Who is eligible?

• Currently registered students of a college are allowed to participate.
• Drums, Electric Guitars, Keys, Violin are the allowed instruments to participate.

Performance Guidelines

• Performers are required to play solo, without any backing tracks, loops, or instrumental support. The focus is on individual skill.
• The time limit for each performance is 3-5 minutes. Participants must adhere to the time limit. Exceeding it will lead to point deduction.
• The participants are not allowed to reveal/advertise their college, doing so will lead to disqualification.

Judging Criteria

• Creativity
• Tightness
• Complexity
• Stage Presence

Results

• A panel of judges will declare the results soon after the competition ends.

Point of Contact

• 1st POC: Gaurav: +91 8287113436 -2nd POC: Raunaq: +91 8543932952 -3rd POC: Kanishka: +91 9599867459

Awards and Prizes

• Certificates and Goodies worth 10K

Terms & Conditions

• By entering this competition, you agree to be bound by the above-mentioned rules.
• The results given by the judges will be final and only the Thapar Institute Of Engineering and Technology reserves the right to make changes to the result if needed, under extreme circumstances, and disqualify any entry at any time in the event if it is determined that the entrant has not complied with these rules or has acted in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner.
• TIET reserves the right to disqualify any team promoting obscenity through their act.
• TIET reserves the right to cancel the competition in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• In the case of any dispute, the organizer’s decision will be final and binding.
• Property/instruments brought by the participant is their own responsibility and not TIET or any of its associate's liability under any circumstances.
• Any equipment provided by TIET or any of its associates must not be damaged in any way. If damaged, it must be compensated for by the liable participant/team.
• TIET reserves the right to change the prize money before the commencement of the final round.
• The organizers are not responsible for the non-completion/non-occurrence of the event.
• The organizers have all the right to cancel, reschedule, postpone, and amend the show.
• In any dispute, the organizer’s decisions are final and binding on the applicant.
• The number of entries determine the deadlines. The decisions of the Jury/Judges are final. The winning prizes are subject to participation.