Saturday 1 May 2010

City Airport Launches Live Music Competition

Glasgow Airport is giving aspiring musicians a once in a lifetime opportunity to play in front of an international audience of thousands. Scotland has one of the most thriving music scenes in the world and what better way to showcase talent.

A series of "Airplay" sessions will be held over the summer in the terminal building to give bands and solo acts the chance to entertain travellers.

Acts are being given the chance to enter to take part in 'Airplay' sessions; highlights will be posted online with a prize of £1,000 going to the best act.

The competition is designed to highlight Glasgow's status as a United Nations (UN) City of Music, awarded in 2008 because of its rich musical heritage.

The honour, bestowed by the UN cultural body, UNESCO, acknowledges the city's musical past and its role in music-making, performance and enjoyment.

Amanda McMillan, Managing Director of Glasgow Airport, said: "Glasgow has been recognised as a UNESCO City of Music because of the important contribution the city has made to the music industry. It seems fitting that we should launch this search for the recording artists of the future at the city's gateway airport.

"Our 'Airplay' sessions are a fantastic platform for young musicians, and we're delighted to play our part in support Glasgow as the City of Music.

"As Scotland's long haul and transatlantic gateway, performers can expect to play to thousands of travellers from across the globe. For one lucky performer, it could help their dreams of stardom really take off."

To take part in Airplay, send a CD or DVD with a selection of your recordings, or a link to your website to: Airplay, Glasgow Airport, St Andrew's Drive, Paisley, PA3 2SW or email flightpath@baa.com

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