MUSICIANS WANTED FOR THE SPRING PLANTING FESTIVAL!

CRITERIA

Performances will be judged by a panel chosen by Baker Creek, on the following criteria:

• Quality of performance
• Style and content of music
• Period costume apparel
• Stage Presentation

PRIZES

1st Place Prize: $800

2nd Place Prize: $500

3rd Place Prize: $300

RULES

• All music and vocals will go through the onstage sound system only.
• No pre-recorded music is allowed.
• All cover music must be published prior to 1920 or in the public domain and not covered by copyright laws.
• Original music is allowed and must exemplify and reflect family and old-fashioned values. Please provide a copy of the lyrics prior to the contest.
• The contest is not open to Baker Creek’s contracted musicians, or to any musician being paid to perform during the Spring Planting Festival.
• The contest is not open to Baker Creek employees or their families.
• Each performance shall be limited to 3 ½ minutes.
• Wear modest clothing free of logos or words. (Old-timey apparel is preferred.)
• All contest participants must sign up at the Opry Stage by noon on Sunday. (No exceptions!)
• First-place winners might be hired to play at a future Baker Creek event.
• All participants must consent to all forms of photography, video, and audio recordings by Baker Creek and consent to the company’s use of the material free of compensation.