"The John Lennon Songwriting Contest is an international competition open to both amateur and professional songwriters. Songs may be entered in any of the following twelve categories: rock, country, jazz, pop, world, R&B, hip-hop, gospel/inspirational, Latin, electronic, folk and children's. Instrumental compositions are encouraged.
With over $300,000 worth of cash awards and prizes, one entry will be named "Song of the Year" and that winner will receive $20,000 cash as well as an enormous prize package. Entry fees from the contest help support the non-profit 501(c)(3) John Lennon Educational Tour Bus, which provides students of all ages free hands on opportunities to create.
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