2027 Will McLean YMP Showcase Performer Application

THE APPLICATION AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SHOWCASE HAVE CHANGED

THERE IS A HISTORY OF FOLLOW UP FORMS NOT BEING RETURNED...

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU READ AND FILL OUT EVERYTHING ON THIS APPLICATION AND BE AWARE THAT SHOULD YOU BE ACCEPTED INTO THE SHOWCASE YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL NOTIFICATION FORM THAT YOU MUST RETURN NO LATER THAN FEBURARY 1ST OF THE FESTIVAL YEAR TO AVOID LOSING YOUR PERFORMANCE SET.

This application is for those who wish to perform in the Youth Showcase on the adult Azalea stage during the Will McLean Music Festival.

Applications for the Young Musician's Program Showcase (YMP) are reviewed by a committee. Should you be accepted you will be notified by email. We will need acknowledgement that you received this acceptance email, or you will not be scheduled to perform. Unlike past years there will be no follow-up attempts to reach you to request that acknowledge your acceptance. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS!

The YMP is a 3 day event and not designed as a play for pay situation. All performers are expected to participate throughout the weekend in activities crafted with young people in mind. Performers are mentors and looked up to by the participants who are making their musical journeys. You will be working is several teams over the weekend. You are not permitted to arrive for your performance then leave. If you can not commit to the weekend please do not submit your application as the amount of performance slots are limited.

This application contains information used in a variety of planning ways including the MC's introduction of your stage set. Please do your best to answer the questions.

Any concerns can be addressed to the Director: Laura Jo Julian at the information listed below.

PLEASE BE AWARE THIS FORM HAS BEEN NEWLY UPDATED.

Name of Band or Solo Performer

SHOWCASE AND PROGRAM GUIDELINES:

BE AWARE THESE GUIDLINES HAVE CHANGED FOR 2027

1) Applicants will include in this application an appropriate headshot or band photo.

2) Applicants will submit a sample of their performing unless previously selected to perform in a Showcase, or as an Adult performer. NOTE: With regards to being accepted as a adult performer, applications to perform as an adult must be sent in via the Will McLean Festival Website as a separate application. Adult and Youth are two separate committies that approve performers.

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. You must assign someone to sign your income tax form in order to receive your stipend. Tax forms will be on site at the festival. MAKE SURE YOU FILL ONE OUT AND HAND IN TO THE DIRECTOR OR YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE YOUR STIPEND.

5) Participants will attend the Mandatory Youth Meet and Greet Breakfast on Saturday morning at 9:57 am.

NOTE: PROCEDURES HAVE CHANGED: If you have not registered in person at the Ranch, near the Shooting Star Stage, and you are over 18 yrs old, and/or you are a minor(s) please bring your party to the registration area registration area by 9:17am to have your (your family) picture taken to attach to your registration form for safety purposes.

6) Band members must be approved ahead of time from those in your submitted application video/form. (We understand emergencies happen but if we need to make changes of member's names at the gate we have to know ahead of time as soon as possible.)

7) You agree to be at the Azaela Stage no later than 1/2 hour prior to your assigned set time, tuned, and ready for the stage crew and the MC. Though, it is highly encouraged for all Showcase Performers to attend the entire Showcase to encourage and support each other and set a good example to participants who want to perform someday.

8) Set times include on/off load times. Strick time limits must be adhered to, to assure everyone gets their appropriate time allotment and the sound techs can run the stage smoothly. You have 25 minutes for your set. You will set up as soon as the previous act has left the stage and end your set 5 minutes before the on hour or half-hour time on the stage clock. If you have a large band, please be aware of how long your set up time takes as the longer you set up the less time you have to play. Remember to be respectful to the sound techs as they are doing the best they can, just as you are when you perform.

9) There will be a minimum of 2 original songs included in your set. THIS IS A NEW REQUIREMENT created to encourage performers to step out of their comfort zone of cover songs.

Primary Contact's Name:

First NameLast Name

Primary Contact's Cell Phone:

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Primary Contact's Email:

example@example.com

Primary Contact's Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Band Member& Guest Information:

Rows	Band Member 1	Band Member 2	Band Member 3
First Name
Last Name:
Age:
Parent's Name (Minors)
Parent Cell Phone
Guest First Name
Guest Last Name

Additional Band Members and Guests:

Rows	Band Member 4	Band Member 5	Band Member 6
First Name
Last Name:
Age:
Parent's Name (Minors)
Parent Cell Phone
Guest First Name
Guest Last Name

Performance Photo or Headshot for Publicity

Two or three sentences for the Program and the Performer Showcase MC Script. (Tell us a little about yourself.)

Mandatory URL Link to a Performance for Review (Unless Pre-Approved) Preferred Youtube:

Someone On-Site Needs to Sign Your IRS tax form. Who will that be?

GATE ENTRY GUIDELINES

Participants - Performers - Families:

1) Youth 16 yrs of age and under enter free.

2) NON-Participating attendees 17 yrs and older will need festival entry tickets unless chosen as a band member's guest.

Each performer gets one guest. Minor(s)' (under 18 yrs old) guests are their parents, which are an exception as they receive two tickets for parents only. All other guests must purchase a festival ticket, including family members and non-participating youth over the age of 16 years old.

SPECIAL NOTICE: The Gate will keep a list of approved names. Those not on the list will need to buy a ticket. Make sure we get all your band's guest names prior to February 14th of the current festival year. No exceptions will be made after Valentine's Day. Note: There will be no guests allowed to enter the festival unless on the approved list without paying for admission. This includes family members.

3) Participating 17 yrs. to 23 yrs.will receive entry for the weekend program and the festival.

4) Two parents/legal guardians/legal chaperones will be allowed to accompany minor child(ren) participants/performers. One of which must remain on the Florida Sand Music Ranch property with their child(ren) at all times. Names to be submitted in this application.

5) Attendees over 23 yrs of age must be a Showcase Performer, or an alumnus of tHe program and/or an approved volunteer to receive free entry into the festival.

ON-SITE REGISTRATION:

Upon arrival to the Ranch please bring all of your party to the new ON-SITE REGISTRATION area, by the Shooting Star Stage, where you will check in and a picture of your party will be attached to your registration form. This is a new safety protocal to help the volunteers should they need to find parents of attending youth during the weekend. Parents and Youth over 18 years old will initial that they have received a copy of the Guidelines of the program upon registration.

CAMPING GUIDELINES:

1) Youth, families, volunteers, and performers may camp in our designated Young Musician's camping area where sites can be reserved, unlike the rest of the Florida Sand Music Ranch property. Those who choose NOT to stay in our designated area will be on a first come first serve bases as we cannot reserve outside of our designated area.

2) Non-electric tent sites are FREE as they are donated by the Will McLean Foundation to our participants and volunteers.

3) Electric tent and RV sites are $45.00/night which includes sales and tourist taxes. They are paid upon your arrival to the Ranch.

4) Upon arrival, participants must text the Program Director, Laura Jo Julian, 727-534-8404 with their names to inform their arrival. Those camping within the designated YMP area will be escorted to their campsite. All participants must REGISTER ON-SITE AT THE SHOOTING STAR STAGE UPON ARRIVAL. THIS IS NEW THIS YEAR.

CAMPING INFORMATION:

Size of RV/Camper: (Sites vary in length. If Not Applicable Enter N/A)

ARRIVAL INFORMATION:

Friday Morning: Rehearsal of Annual Opening Song: "This Land is Your Land" (Key G). There is a long tradition of our Young Musicians opening the festival from the Magnolia (Main) Stage simultaneously with all the other stages at 11:50am. WE WILL MEET AT THE SHOOTING STAR STAGE AT 9:30AM. PLEASE BRING ALL MEMBERS IN YOUR GROUP TO REGISTRATION FOR A PICTURE IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO UPON ARRIVAL. Participants do not have to play an instrument, they can sing along.

DEPARTURE INFORMATION:

I have read the Guidelines and agree to them.

WEEKEND MEALS AND SNACKS

With the exception of the Continental Breakfast served to the participants and showcase performers during the Saturday morning Meet and Greet, all meals and snacks are the responsibility of the attendees to the YMP and festival. There will be food truck type venders. Breakfast is available for purchase by our on-site kitchen in the morning. There is no refridgeration, so you must bring your own food storage options.

WEATHER CONDITIONS and CAMPING

The weekend will go on rain or shine, so plan accordingly. The weather conditions during the festival weekend can swing wildly. There is nothing typical during March.

If tent camping, please consider bringing a ground tarp and a rainfly. You may place your tent under a small pop-up canopy (8' x 8' or under). Please plan for hot days, cold nights, and rain. Remember to bring lighting for your campsite/tents.

Date

MINORS (under 18):
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.

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor(s)

ADULTS:

I declare that I am of legal age and I grant my permission 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.)

Signature of Adult Solo or Band Applicant:

QUESTIONS OR FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Please direct questions or if you need further information, please contact:

Laura Jo Julian

Director of the Young Musician's Program

LauraJulian26.WillMclean@gmail.com

Text: (With your name) - (727)534-8404

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Will McLean Young Performer Showcase Application

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