Please note the following updates (ACC 2026):
The process for entering the Area Contests consists of the following steps. Note change in order of completion from last year.
Step 1: Complete this form to verify contestant information and pay contest entry fees according to the deadlines below.
Step 2: Enter your ensemble details in the Contest Entry system. You will receive an email with instructions about how to complete this step approximately five days after submitting HAR-061. Contact info@harmonyinc.org if you do not receive this email within one week of paying your contest entry fees.
Step 3: Submit your Song Registration form(s) for any songs you intend to perform in the contest thirty (30) days prior to the contest.
If, after you receive the Step 2 instructions, you have issues completing the Contest Entry DO NOT CONTACT the BHS Member Center. Instead, complete a support ticket request. You will be contacted by Administrative Judge Category Specialist, Linda Muise to resolve any issues. Please note that your issue may not be resolved immediately. Tickets will be addressed in order of contest dates. Area 6 issues will be addressed first, Area 2 issues second, Area 3 issues third, etc. Please be patient.