ORLANDO--By far the largest local final was held at The Lounge 11/12 on Sunday, April 26, and it
brought out the most talent yet.
The male and female pop categories had the largest number of contestants and some standout
performances. That doesn't mean that there wasn't talent in the country or 50-plus categories.
"I was happy with every single category," said Phil Garis, contest co-owner and judge coordinator.
"There was some amazing talent in Orlando and it lived up to the hype."
Sounds for Fun Karaoke sponsored the venue and was instrumental in spreading the word about
the contest. Orlando is the only Talent Quest Florida local city to do on-air advertising via local
radio stations. It definitely paid off.
"I've been to all of the finals so far and this had some of the best singers," said former Talent Quest
Florida winner and current judge Jenny Jones. "It was an entertaining afternoon. We all had fun."
The Talent Quest Florida 2009 Regional Finals are once again at The Ritz Ybor in Tampa July 10, 11,
and 12. Contestants advance to the regionals for free. Tickets to the finals are available on our
Tickets Page.
'Best talent' shows up for Orlando local final