Hanover Idols is open to Hanover residents 10 and older. To audition for Hanover Junior Idols, applicants must be 10 – 15 years old as of Jan. 1. To audition for Hanover Idols, applicants must be 16 years or older on Jan. 1. Candidates are encouraged to sing with musical accompaniment, karaoke CD or a cappella for the two-minute audition.