Contestant Rules!
1. Registration: Entry for "Rockin For Reasons" is on a first come, first served basis and will be limited to 25 contestants. Entry fee is $20.00 for each band. All contestants will receive a pass for the event; however, no other discounts or free passes will be granted. Applications may be picked up in the office at Wayne County High School, Wayne County Website listed on the page. Deadline is March 28, 2009 at 5:00pm at the Wayne County High School front office. There will be more information concerning playing times, check-ins, and various details within the next couple of weeks.
2. Musical styles, Material and Instrumentation: Open to all genres of music. Each band's total perfromance may last 20 and not more than 25 minutes. Talking between songs is allowed and encouraged, since it reflects a band's rapport with the audience. While the contestant is not restricted to any genre of music, contestants must help promote an anti-drug message. There will be no profanity, no subliminal messages supporting drug abuse in songs played. Consequently, if this is done, this can result in immediate disqualification with no refund of entry fee. Accidents beyond the control of the contestant (such as string breaking) may result in a replay at the bands request and if the judges so merit. Contestants must be ready to perform at their scheduled time. If not present, contestants will be disqualified.
3. Band Members: Songs, material, and dress must be of an appropriate nature suitable for family entertainment. Any band member appearing under the influence of alcohol or drugs will result in the disqualification of that band.
4. Judging Criteria:
20% - Material Selection-difficulty, taste, authenticity/originality. Songs and material must be of an appropriate nature suitable for family entertainment.
30% - General Instrumental Musicianship-Rhythm & timing, intonation, expression, for both solos and instrumental blend.
30% - Vocal Performance-Intonation and overall vocal quality for both leads and harmony.
10% - Stage Presence-Audience rapport and entertainment value, with the highest scores going to bands exhibiting high entertainment qualities, showing comfort with the audience and expertise with their music. Dress should be appropriate for family entertainment.
10% - Audience Participation-overall involvement with audience (clapping, etc....)
5% - BONUS-Operation Teddy Bear!
5. Rules: We reserve the right to ament the rules with a majority vote of committe members. If there are less than 15 contestants, we reserve the right to modify 1st place to $400.00. We anticipate having 20-25 contestants.
6. Finality: Decisions by the judges will be final and not negotiable. Contestants may view their score sheets and judges are encouraged to provide comments to provide constructive feedback for band contestants.