The Big Squeeze Accordion Contest 2018

Texas Folklife

1708 Houston St.

Austin, TX 78756

Phone: 512-441-9255
Fax: 844-386-2091

bigsqueeze@texasfolklife.org

www.texasfolklife.org

***This form must be filled out completely to be considered for the contest.

***Applicants can enter by performing two songs at a showcase where they will be videotaped by Texas Folklife or submit a video entry digitally, by mail or e-mail. They do not have to do both.

***Like in 2017, all applicants must include a photo.

***Be sure to print clearly.

***This form can also be filled on paper. To receive a paper form, contact the Big Squeeze at our contact info above.

ACCORDIONIST INFORMATION

Name *

First Name Last Name

Age *

Date of Birth (Must fit age requirements of applicable category as of April 21, 2018. Applicants that do not fit age requirements of applicable category on or before April 21, 2018 are not eligible.) *

Address

Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City	State / Province
Postal / Zip Code	Country

Home Phone *

- Area Code Phone Number

Cell Phone *

- Area Code Phone Number

E-mail *

What School Do You Go To? *

What Grade Are You In? *

What Genre of Music Do You Play? (Examples: Conjunto, Polka, Zydeco, Cajun, Etc. *

How Long Have You Been Playing? *

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION, IF PARTICIPANT IS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE

Name *

First Name Last Name

Address

Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City	State / Province
Postal / Zip Code	Country

Home Phone *

- Area Code Phone Number

Cell Phone *

- Area Code Phone Number

E-mail *

Other

VIDEO SONG SUBMISSION FOR THE CONTEST

***To participate, applicants mail, e-mail or submit digitally, a video of the two songs listed here to be judged for the contest. Contestants can also perform at a showcase, in addition to sending us recorded performances.

***If chosen for the contest, the two songs listed here must be performed.

SONG # 1 - SONG TITLE *

Song Length (Must be under four minutes) *

Composer, if known *

Genre? (Examples: Conjunto, Polka, Zydeco, Polka, Etc...) *

SONG # 2 - SONG TITLE *

Song Length (Must be under four minutes) *

Composer, if known *

Genre? (Examples: Conjunto, Polka, Zydeco, Polka, Etc...) *

HOW ARE YOU SUBMITTING YOUR PHOTO AND VIDEO OF YOUR TWO SONGS FOR THE CONTEST?

Please select the one that applies. *

Mailing a USB Drive with my video of two songs and photo to The Big Squeeze at: Texas Folklife c/o The Big Squeeze 1708 Houston Street Austin, TX 78756 Mailing a DVD with my video of two songs and photo to The Big Squeeze at: Texas Folklife c/o The Big Squeeze 1708 Houston Street Austin, TX 78756 E-mailing a YouTube Link with my video of two songs and a photo to bigsqueeze@texasfolklife.org E-mailing a video of two songs from my phone and a photo to bigsqueeze@texasfolklife.org Uploading a video of two songs and a photo below.

File Upload for Video Submission

File Upload for Photo Submission

PERSONAL INFORMATION – TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOU.

***If you run out of space, totally OK. You can use the back or another piece of paper.

***If you want to tell us anything else, please do!

How did you become interested in playing accordion? *

How old were you when you started? What inspires you? *

Who is your accordion teacher? *

Are you aware of Texas Folklife’s Apprenticeship program? *

Who are your musical influences? *

Have you performed before? When? Where? *

What are your Accordion dreams? *

- ACCOMPANYING MUSICIAN INFORMATION -

***If a friend, teacher or any other musician will be performing to support you during your video or performance, please list their information here. This is not a requirement but just an option!

Musician Name & Instrument

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS PROGRAM?

***Select all that apply from drop down menu.

Type a question

SIGNATURES

***By INITIALING the below:

I confirm that if selected as a Finalist, I will travel to Austin on Saturday, April 21, 2018 to perform/compete at the Bullock Texas State History Museum. *

I confirm that if chosen as a Grand Prize Winner, I will be required to perform Saturday, June 2, 2018 in Houston at Accordion Kings & Queens Festival. *

I confirm that by entering this contest, I am agreeing to participate in video, audio, archival and social media documentation of the contest. *

I confirm that I have read and understand the Big Squeeze Accordion Contest 2018 Official Rules, which are listed separately. *

I confirm that I am a resident of the State of Texas. *

I confirm that I fit age requirements of applicable category as of April 21, 2018. I understand that applicants that turn do not fit age requirements of applicable category on or before April 21, 2018 are not eligible. *

I confirm that if I am under 18 and picked as a finalist, I am required to provide written permission from a parent or guardian. *

I confirm that my contact information will be provided to Texas Folklife for future years of this program and for our Public Relations and Community Outreach efforts within the participating communities and their media outlets. *

I authorize the verification of the information provided on this form. *

I understand I can be disqualified at any time, at the discretion of Texas Folklife. *

ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT (Guardian, if under 18) & DATE *

2018

THE BIG SQUEEZE ACCORDION CONTEST ENTRY FORM

VIDEO SONG SUBMISSION FOR THE CONTEST

HOW ARE YOU SUBMITTING YOUR PHOTO AND VIDEO OF YOUR TWO SONGS FOR THE CONTEST?

PERSONAL INFORMATION – TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOU.

- ACCOMPANYING MUSICIAN INFORMATION -

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS PROGRAM?

SIGNATURES