1A Showcase Performer Application

Will McLean Young Performer Showcase APPLICATION

APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED BY FEBRUARY 1ST (Of the Next/Current Year) UNLESS PRE-APPROVED
This application is for those who wish to perform in the Youth Showcase on the adult Azalea stage during the festival. Applications are reviewed by a committee. Should you be accepted, you will perform a 23 minute set that must contain a minimum 3 original songs.

This application contains information used in a variety of ways including the MC introduction of your set. Please do your best to answer the questions. Have fun with it.

IMPORTANT: Should you be accepted, there will be a follow up form sent to the email you have listed as a primary contact. This follow up form is necessary for the program in many ways including purchasing supplies, campsite placements, attendance at gate, safety, etc.. Be sure to be on the lookout for this email because without returning it we can operate the program and you will not be admitted to the camp-in. Any changes to this information must be submitted to the Youth Program Director prior to February 27 of the current registration year.
SHOWCASE AND PROGRAM GUIDELINES:

1) Applicants will send in an appropriate headshot.

2) Applicants will submit a sample of their performing unless previously selected to perform in a Showcase or as an Adult performer.

3) Applicants must be 23 yrs of age or younger unless a member of your band is within the ages of 5 yrs to 23 yrs old, or you are an alumnus of the program.

4) Performer/band will receive a stipend. Amounts may vary from year to year.

5) Band members will each receive one guest pass. Names for the guests must be submitted no later than February 14th.

6) Minors: One adult guardian must remain on the property at all times.

7) Gate Rules: 16 yrs old and under are free. 17 - 23 yrs old participants are free. 17 or above non-participants must have an entry ticket. Band members receive one guest ticket per member. Pre-approved volunteers are free.

8) Camping: We have a designated Young Musician's Camping Area. Tent campers are free. Electric plug-in campers of any kind are $45/night. Fees will be paid upon arrival. You will be assigned an electric site. Tent campers will be shown where to set up. Chosing to camp elsewhere on the Ranch property is on a first come - first serve basis.

9) You must assign a person to represent your band who will submit an IRS tax form in order to receive your stipend.

10) Any changes in band members must be approved ahead of time. We expect the members we review on the submission with this application to be the band members performing.

11) You must be at the location a minimum of a half hour prior to your set, tuned and ready to perform. It is encouraged, when possible, to attend the entire showcase to support your peers in the program.

12) Sets include stage load on/load off time and adhere to strict limits to assure everyone gets their approprate time and the sound techs can run the stage smoothly.

13) You must attend the manditory Meet and Greet Breakfast meeting on Saturday morning no later than 9:45am and take an active role in the activities held throughout the weekend whenever possible.
I have read the Participation Guidelines and agree to them.*

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Name of Band or Solo Performer *
Main Contact's Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Band Member Information:*

	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 Performing Under 23 yrs Old Band

Additional Band Members:

	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 Performing Under 23 yrs Old Band

Performance Photo or Headshot for Publicity*

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Mandatory URL Link to a Performance for Review (Unless Pre-Approved):
Who will be signing your IRS tax form? What is their email address?
GETTING TO KNOW YOU:
Two or three sentences for the program and the Performer Showcase MC script.*
What do you want to be in the future or what future goals to you aspire to?*
What is the best advice you've ever been given? What is the worst funny advice you've ever been given?*
What is the most useless talent you (your band members) have?*
What, if any, is the best award you have ever won and why?*
When did you (your band) first start performing? Is this your first time performing at Willfest? *
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.)
Will You Be Camping at the Ranch?*
Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor(s)

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Signature of Adult Solo or Band Applicant:

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Primary Contact's Name and Phone Number*
Primary Contact's Email Address*
SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED MORE INFORMATION DO NOT REPLY TO THIS FORM. PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO Laura Jo Julian at Dir.Julian26Willfest@gmail.com or TEXT FIRST: (727)534-8404.
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Will McLean Young Performer Showcase APPLICATION

GETTING TO KNOW YOU: