DeenTV’s Adhan Contest
2023 Winners Announced!
You’ve waited patiently and the moment has finally arrived. We’re thrilled to present the winners of the DeenTV Adhan Contest! These beautiful renditions of the Adhan, the Muslim call to prayer, are all from participants living in the USA and Canada. A hearty congratulations to our winners, and a big JazakAllah Khair to everyone who participated and made this contest such a success. May the Adhan continue to resonate in our hearts and guide us to the path of righteousness!
Celebrating the Art of Adhan in the Americas
Are you passionate about the art of adhan, the beautiful call to prayer that resonates from mosques around the world? If so, DeenTV invites you to showcase your talent in our Adthan Contest! This exciting competition aims to promote and encourage the art of adhan, specifically in the Americas. So, brothers and sisters, if you have a melodious voice and a love for this sacred tradition, this is your chance to shine.
Contest Details:
- Submission Deadline: August 15, 2023
- Eligibility: Competitors must reside in North, Central or South America to participate.
- Judging Criteria: Entries will be evaluated based on the following factors:
- Quality of Voice: The clarity, resonance, and overall appeal of your voice.
- Vocal, Pitch, and Breath Control: Your ability to maintain a steady and captivating performance.
- Pronunciation and Enunciation: How well you articulate and pronounce the words of the adhan.
- Video Duration: All submissions must be less than 3 minutes and 30 seconds, including the intro. Adhans exceeding this time limit will be disqualified.
- Video Recording Date: Only videos recorded after June 25th will be accepted. This ensures that all participants prepare fresh and new performances for the contest.
- Prizes*: The top four winners will receive money prizes:
- 1st Place: $1000
- 2nd Place: $500
- 3rd Place: $250
- 4th Place: $250
Guidelines for Submission:
- Prepare Your Adhan: Practice and record your adhan, ensuring that it meets the contest’s duration and sound quality requirements.
- Introduce Yourself: In the video, kindly state your name, age, city/state, and country for identification purposes.
- Upload the Video: Store your video on a shared drive, such as Google Drive, and send the link to adhan@deen.tv for review and judging.
- Submission Deadline: Make sure to submit your entry before August 15th to be considered.
Why Participate?
Participating in the DeenTV Adthan Contest offers numerous benefits:
- Showcase Your Talent: This is an excellent platform to showcase your melodious voice and passion for the adhan to a wider audience.
- Win Attractive Prizes: The chance to win cash prizes makes this competition even more exciting and rewarding.
- Contribute to the Community: By participating, you help promote the cherished tradition of adhan in the Americas.
- Gender Inclusivity: Women are welcome to participate, as scholars have permitted them to give the adhan to other women. The great Shafi scholar Imam Bayhaqi stated: “If women call the adhan or the iqaamah (for women), then there is nothing wrong with that, and if they do not, then this is also permissible, because ‘Aa’ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, used to call the adhan and the iqaamah and lead women in prayer while she stood in the middle of them.’” [Al-Bayhaqi]. Although women do not traditionally call the adhan, the technical aspects of vocal quality, breath and proper pronunciation can translate to other noble practices (Qur’an recitation, tajweed, etc).
So, mark your calendars, practice your adhan, and get ready to submit your video to the DeenTV Adthan Contest. Let your voice resonate with the beauty of this sacred tradition, and inspire others with your heartfelt performance. Together, let’s celebrate and preserve the art of adhan in the USA and Canada.
Remember, the deadline for submissions is August 15th. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to be part of a truly enriching experience. Join the contest and let your voice be heard!
“And whoever does righteous deeds, whether male or female, while being a believer – those will enter Paradise and will not be wronged, [even as much as] the speck on a date seed.” (Quran 4:124)
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*Note: We require at least 25 participants in the contest. If less than 25 we will reduce the prize amount to $100, $50, $25, $25 respectively.