Auditions for West Virginia’s Finest singing competition will be held this August and September all around the state. Aspiring singers in Charleston can audition on August 21 and 28, 6:30pm to 8pm at Capitol Roaster’s Café, corner of Quarrier and Summers streets.

To audition, interested parties must sing along to a CD or pre-recorded track. They can also opt to sing a capella; intruments are not allowed. Solo singers are welcomed, as do groups of up to five members. There are categories for youth (ages 12-14 and 15-17) and adults (R&B/blues/jazz, pop/rock, gospel, hip-hop/rap and country/folk).

Fees will be collected from auditioneers. Individuals must pay $15 for the youth category and $25 for the adult category. Groups have to pay $30 for yout and $40 for adult. Finals will be held in Charleston in November 2009.

For more details, please call 304-590-1042.