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Each participating Dominion contributes one original song, no longer than three minutes, to be played live by a soloist or ensemble of no more than six people, all of whom must be at least 16 years old. Based on the opinions of a gathered group of music industry professionals and the country's viewing public, each Dominion awards 1-8, 10 and 12 points to their favorite songs, with the song collecting the most points being crowned the winner. Alongside the competition, there are other performances, such as a specially commissioned opening act, an interval act, and special appearances by artists and other celebrities. Recently, the Mirhaimian entry for the [[Urthvision Songfestival]] was selected using the Melodies of Light approach. Several of the best-selling music artists in Mirhaime have competed in past editions and some of the best-selling singles in the country's history having received their most first prominent performances on MoL stages. |
Each participating Dominion contributes one original song, no longer than three minutes, to be played live by a soloist or ensemble of no more than six people, all of whom must be at least 16 years old. Based on the opinions of a gathered group of music industry professionals and the country's viewing public, each Dominion awards 1-8, 10 and 12 points to their favorite songs, with the song collecting the most points being crowned the winner. Alongside the competition, there are other performances, such as a specially commissioned opening act, an interval act, and special appearances by artists and other celebrities. Recently, the Mirhaimian entry for the [[Urthvision Songfestival]] was selected using the Melodies of Light approach. Several of the best-selling music artists in Mirhaime have competed in past editions and some of the best-selling singles in the country's history having received their most first prominent performances on MoL stages. |
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Despite having gained popularity with the viewing public in Mirhaime and beyond, the contest has frequently drawn criticism, mostly for its artistic merit and a purported political undertone. Despite this, however, Melodies of Light has proven itself to be platform for the advancement of culture in Mirhaime with a variety of different styles. It has also coincided, and, indeed contributed in the emergence of a |
Despite having gained popularity with the viewing public in Mirhaime and beyond, the contest has frequently drawn criticism, mostly for its artistic merit and a purported political undertone. Despite this, however, Melodies of Light has proven itself to be platform for the advancement of culture in Mirhaime with a variety of different styles. It has also coincided, and, indeed contributed in the emergence of a more moderate, and progressive Mirhaimian pop-culture scene which puts a heavier emphasis on its multicultural aspects, also garnering it wide support and an active fanbase both at home and abroad. Since its conception, Melodies of Light has had a significant influence on Mirhaime's modern pop culture. As a result, starting with the 1972 Edition, the office of the [[Lewydh of the Mirhaimian Realm]] has formally supported the competition, further establishing its status and reputation in the nation. |