Program Overview for the 2024 “Sing & Learn Chinese”

Who can enter?

The Program is open to all schools, colleges, universities, Confucius Institutes, Chinese language education institutions, arts and culture organizations, Chinese learners, and singers worldwide. The singers should be non-Chinese nationality and non-native speakers of Chinese.

 

How to join in?

Start by registering and picking a song on our event page. To be eligible for prizes, you need to submit two things—your Chinese music video and the “Whispers of Time” Chinese video. If you only submit the Chinese music video, unfortunately your video won't be eligible for consideration or showcased online.

 

What song can I sing?

You could choose from the official song bank provided by the organizers. Songs not on the list are not considered. You may listen to and choose song by visiting the webpage of the event. If you have entered the program, you may download at most three accompaniments and scores. The availability of your choice depends on how popular the song is among Program participants—the earlier you make a choice, the more likely you will grab the chance to sing it.

 

What are the requirements for the music videos?

a. The video, demonstrating your competency in Chinese and singing as well as creativity in video making, should contain the performance of one complete Chinese song.

b. The performance must be presented by at least two singers, such as a duet, chorus, etc. The accompaniment may be played by youselves.

c. Feel free to use your mobile phone or other professional equipment for shooting the music video in landscape orientation. If you use a mobile phone, we recommend shooting with auxiliary equipment such as a tripod or stabilizer to ensure the video's quality.

d. The video should be in 1920×1080 (resolution), and in *.MP4 or *.MOV format.

e. Please avoid images containing flags, maps, and trademarks, and stay away from controversial or inappropriate content. Elements that go against public order and morals should also be avoided.

f. Simplified Chinese subtitles should be added to the video submitted. The title sequence of the video shall contain such information as the name of the song, name(s) of songwriter(s), name(s) of original singers, and names of entrants (nationality/nationalities). The upper right corner of the video shall be left blank.

g. The submitted works should not be published before the official showcasing. Entrants are allowed to publish their works on their institutional/personal social media accounts only after the official showcasing.

 

Sample Video

 

What are the requirements for "Whispers of Time" Chinese video?

1. Be filmed horizontally

2. Contain a group appearance of the singing team, with one or more people talking in Chinese

3. Be in MP4 or MOV format

4. Have at least 1920x1080 resolution

5. Be 3 minutes or less

6. Include (but not restricted to):

(1) An intro of your singing team and members.

(2) Chinese Learning Experience: Share how long you have been learning Chinese and some interesting and unforgettable experiences.

(3) Feelings about the Song: Explain why you chose this song and what stories related to time it evokes for you.

(4) Reflections on Time: Share your thoughts on the passage of time, or say a few words to your past, present or future self, friends, or family.

(5) Special Messages: If your Confucius Institute or international Chinese language education institution is celebrating an important anniversary, you may add content related to it.

7. Avoid things like flags, maps, and logos.

8. Videos must include simplified Chinese subtitles. Please double-check the names mentioned in the self-introduction. Leave the upper right corner of the video blank.

 

Schedule

 

Winners will get:

Prizes: Individual awards for music video (7 categories); Outstanding Organization Awards for organizations with the best/most submissions.

Awards: The winning teams will get some sweet prizes to help with future music video productions—think Bluetooth speakers, camera stabilizers, recording pens, and more.

Chance for a trip to China: First dibs on applying for the 2025 "Singing & Learn Chinese" music camp in China

Promotion: Various media platforms will work together to promote the program.

Additional opportunities: invitations to participate in other "Sing & Learn Chinese" events.

 

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Telephone: 86-10-59307561

Email: singandlearn@wuzhouchinese.com