MTAC Los Angeles County Branch Recording & Attendance Policy
To Al MTAC LA County Branch Teachers and Parents:
Recording: California Civil Code Section 1708.8 states that it is illegal to capture photos, videos, or audio recordings of people without their permission or consent, especially when
minors are involved.
The MTAC - Los Angeles County Branch forbids the use of photography, audio and video recording of students' performances during their public music branch events.
This includes the use of the following recording devices:
• Cell phones/smartphones, smartwatches
• Tablets
• Mirrorless cameras
• DSLR cameras
• Camcorders
• Mini recorders
In open branch events, photography and video recording of a student performer by a family member or friend will be allowed from one designated seat at the front of the audience. All other areas are prohibited.
Participating teachers will monitor the audience to enforce the policy. Failure to comply with this policy will result in the associated student performer: 1. forfeiting any award received, if selected as winner, and 2. being prohibited from participating in the same Music Branch event the following year.
Attendance: No more than 3 family members per student are permitted to attend. Persons under the age of 4 are prohibited from entering the venue during performances.
It is our highest priority to ensure the safety and privacy of all student performers. Therefore these rules will be strictly enforced at all public Music Branch events. We ask that you share this reminder with any family member or friends who plan to attend. Your cooperation, and thar of the student's family, is essential and greatly appreciated.
Upon signing this policy, you acknowledge to the above terms and accept the penalties that may be handed to the student participant.