Little gems all set to perform on November 6

The show is being organised by Talent Hunters Oman

MUSCAT: Excitement is building among the music lovers of Oman as the grand finale of Muscat Icon – Minara Singing Little Gems 2015, is scheduled to be held on Friday, November 6 at Qurum Amphitheatre.

Final touch to all aspects of the show is being given to make sure it would be a memorable day for the music lovers in Oman. The show is being organised by Talent Hunters Oman, says a press release.

Multinational and multilingual singing competition will have three categories: Arabic, English and Hindi. There are 14 finalists – three from Arabic category, three from English category and eight from Hindi category. There will be a winner in each category, judged by a separate judge. All singers will fight out for the most coveted title and trophy.

All these Minara Little Gems in the age group 7-13 years will render two songs each of their choice – one being a slow song and the other a fast song. Songs will be a mix of oldies and latest numbers. Fast songs will be accompanied by local talented dancers/performers trained and choreographed by professional masters. There will be live projections on a large LED screen in the backdrop of the stage.

Audience will get a chance to express their views. They will be able to vote for ‘Singer of their Choice’ by SMS. The lines will open when the show starts and remain open for 72 hours. One winner of this ‘Popular Choice Award’ will be declared in the local news media in a week.

To add glamour and entertain- ment, ‘Fashion Street’ sponsored by Lulu Oman will be staged. Sixteen multinational, young models residing in Oman will be performing in the fashion show.

Gajesh Dhariwal, Humera Saleem and Sahil Dalal will host the show. Script is being prepared for the same to the make the show interesting. Haider Naqvi, technical coordinator, will be responsible for light and sound, projections and all the other technical aspects. Dr Sateja Dalal, event coordinator, will be responsible for the costumes, hairstyle, backstage management and coordination of the whole event.

“It is going to be a high quality, highly entertaining event. Muscat music lovers will be surprised to see these little gems rocking. There is something for everyone… every age group. Don’t miss the show. There is an overwhelming demand for invitation cards. We are expecting a full house on November 6. A multinational audience is expected including large Omani presence. It is an open sitting, so please come early and grab your seats,” said Dr Sanjay Dalal, founder of Talent Hunters Oman and the director of the event.