MECHANIC FALLS — The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is holding its third annual Student Guitar Competition.

This contest is open to Maine high school students. Contestants are required to submit a video of their performance by Friday, March 1, to be judged by members of the hall’s executive board.

The grand prize is a Martin guitar, donated by Northern Kingdom Music in Bangor. The prize will be presented to the winner at the 47th annual induction ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, May 19, at the Silver Spur in Mechanic Falls, according to a news release from Maria Holloway with the hall of fame and museum.

Last year’s winner was Maddie Yates of Greely High School in Cumberland.

Contestants will select and perform three country music pieces on guitar and be judged on level of skill, ability to play in different keys, and expression of phrasing.

Video entries should be submitted on a thumb drive or DVD. To receive a complete copy of the competition rules and official entry form, email [email protected] or call 207-613-5411.

New inductees will be honored on Sunday, May 19. A concert showcasing hall of fame inductees and living legends will be followed by a performance by the winner of the guitar contest.

For more information, follow The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on Facebook or call 207-613-5411.

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