UNEARTHED talent will be discovered at Tamworth's FretFest.
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A bit like The Voice for musicians who write and play their own songs, the Find of the Year competition is open to all ages and genres.
It's a fantastic opportunity for emerging artists to get a leg-up, Fretfest director Al Buchan said.
"My company has been unearthing Australia's best new talent for 20 years, including Pete Murray who went on to sell one million albums," he said.
"Kate Miller-Heidke recently represented Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest and Tom Busby went on to form the popular acoustic duo Busby Marou, after winning his age category in Find of the Year in 2014."
Artists must write their own music and perform it on guitar, whether that be classical, electric, acoustic or jazz.
The auditions for under-18 performers are on at The Pub on Saturday July 20 from midday until 4pm.
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Members of the public are encouraged to attend to help celebrate talent and enjoy a local, live music event, Buchan said.
"The Pub is part of Tamworth's largest hotel group and this excellent venue provides plenty of parking and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere," he said.
Entry is $18 and can be done through Eventbrite.