The show brought together seven musical talents from Griffith and the surrounding area to showcase their songwriting ability, competing for a recording session at the CAD factory, an opportunity to open for 'A Day in the Orchard,' and a $250 cash prize.

The day opened as all good shows do, with a cover of Britney Spears' "Toxic." The song was performed by Aurora Kiddle who followed it up with her original 'Island.' From there, Missi J presented a series of originals, Zoe Yalouris showed off her opera singing, and Charlie Jones rocked out on guitar.

After a brief intermission, Jorja Dalton showed off two originals, Alpha Cult played a delightfully metal cover of the Violent Femmes and jazz ensemble MOTO presented 'Rain Falling on a Tin Roof.'

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After the wide array of acts, MOTO was announced as the winners of a recording session at the CAD factory. The band is made up of Declan Lucas, Liam Perry, Eilidh Lucas and Austin Bellany.

"I don't think any of us were here for the prizes, we just wanted to share our music and encourage people. That's what this will be," the band said.

"The solos we did together went really well, it's cool that councils are supporting this after the last year."

Jorja Dalton won the 'Standout Performance' prize, taking home $250 as a reward.

Miss Dalton is entirely self-taught, teaching herself how to sing, play guitar and just recently began teaching herself piano. She said that the money was especially needed after a year without being able to play gigs but that she enjoyed getting back into it for the performance.

Finally, Missi J is now lined up to open for the 'Day in the Orchard' festival in October and is hard at work putting together some more originals to bring the festival in with.

"It was really fun, I really enjoyed it. It's a great opportunity for young musicians," she said.

"I didn't realise the quality of the others, I just came out for the fun of it."

The sentiment was echoed by the other musicians, who were stunned with the talent on display. All of them were excited to return next year and perform again, and all hoped to see more of Griffith's musical talent on display.

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