One of Yonkers’ most popular events has begun with auditions for the Yonkers Idol and Yonkers Junior Idol competition for 2019, held last week at the Nodine Hill Community Center. A number of young Yonkers aspiring performers showed up for the Idol auditions for those between age 15 and 19, and for the Junior Idol auditions for those between the age of 10 and 14.
One notable contestant this year is Amara Valerio, who was the 2014 Yonkers Junior Idol and has returned to compete for the Yonkers Idol crown this year. This year’s Idol judges will have to make some difficult choices, as the performers were ready with their favorite songs – and performed their best.
The winners will hold the title for a year and win $1,000, courtesy of the Untermyer Performing Arts Council Teresa Fund. The title also provides performance opportunities for various City of Yonkers ceremonies and events.
