2025 Showcase Performer Application

MUSICAL GREETINGS,

This application is for the Young Performer's Showcase as part of the Young Musician's Program Camp-In weekend during the annual Will McLean Music Festival always the second weekend in March.

Should you be chosen to perform, you will be given a 25 minute set in our Showcase on the Adult Azalea Stage and many opportunities to participate in activities designed especially for you throughout the weekend.

It is a long standing tradition that our Young Musician's Program has been honored to be included in both the Opening Ceremony and the Closing Ceremony from the Magnolia Stage (Main Stage).

One of our most popular activities is our Battle of the Band, where we build a band from participant names pulled out of a hat. Bands will chose one of several pre-chosen songs to learn and make their own. Bands will then Battle each other in front of professional musicians who will offer guidence, should you chose it. First Place winners receive an award.

Another popular activity is our Annual Song Collaboration, where you will join your peers to compose a song over the weekend and perform it on the Magnolia Stage during the Closing Ceremony.

We offer workshops and demonstrations designed with young musicians in mind though you may attend any workshop or jam session you choose.

There is a MANDATORY Meet and Greet Breakfast Meeting on Saturday morning at 9:45am. Please keep this in mind as to be able to preform you must attend this meeting and participate in activities during the Camp-In weekend.

(Should you have a last minute emergency please notify the Program Director so the Performance Schedule can be rearranged at: LauraJulian.WillMcLean@gmail.com )

Thank you for your interest in applying to the Young Performer's Showcase of the Young Musician's Program Camp-In.

NOTE: Should you be chosen you will be receiving more another request for information form and approximately a week prior to the festival a paper ticket. This ticket needs to be turned into the front gate to make the entry process easier and faster for our volunteers.

PERFORMER PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES:

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I have read the Participation Guidelines and agree to them.*

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Name of Band or Solo Performer *

Type a question*

	Band Member 1	Band Member 2	Band Member 3	Band Member 4
Full Name
Age:
Street Address
City, State, Zip
Parent's Name (If 17 Years or Younger)
Contact Cell Phone
Contact Cell Phone Owner
Contact Email
Alumnus Volunteer
Alumnus PerformingUnder 23 yrs Band

Names and Ages of Additional Band Members:

Link to a Performance Video:

Performance Photo or Headshot for Publicity*

Getting to know you

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1) When did you/band first start performing, or what is/are your age(s)?
2) What is your inspiration?
3) Have you won any awards?
4) Your message to your fans?
5) What is the most useless talent you have?
6) What is the best advice you've been given?
7) What is your favorite song to perform?
8) Who is your favorite artist or band?
9) How do you feel the Internet has impacted your music?
10) Two to Three sentence bio for the program and MC of you set.

For parent's of MINORS:
I declare that I am the legal parent/guardian of the minor(s) listed on this application. I grant my permission for any photographic, audio, and/or visual recording that may be taken during the festival to be used for publicity or educational purposes (ex: website, poster, etc.). I understand I am responsible for my child(ren) and am required to remain with them while they are on the Florida Sand Music Ranch during the Will McLean Music Festival.

ADULTS:

I declare that I am of legal age and I grant my permission and those of my performing participants to the Will McLean Foundation for any photographic, audio, and/or visual recording that may be taken during the Will McLean Music Festival to be used for publicity or educational purposes, (ex: website, posters, social media, etc.)

One of the two signature boxes below are required

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor(s)

OR

Signature of Adult Solo or Band Applicant:

Date

Primary Contact Email Address*

If you get an error message please scroll up to correct that part of the form that is indicated.

Will McLean Showcase Performer