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Applications due by January 15, 2027. The contact person listed in your application will receive a decision by February 1, 2027.
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Please Take Note of our Video Demo Requirements~
Bands must submit a recently recorded self-made video audition reel with 3 songs/tunes representative of the music your band would play at the Bluegrass Championship. The members of the band in the video must be the same as those that will appear at the festival.
At the start of this video, introduce the band, clearly state the date and your location, and then perform 3 pieces in a row without any cuts or edits. You will need to submit your recording as a YouTube or Dropbox (or similar) link.
We expect cellphone or tablet quality, not professionally shot videos. Furthermore, we recommend recording your video demo in a quiet location (e.g., living room, backyard, etc.) for best results. Noisy bars are not the best environments for showcasing your talent.First place in the bluegrass band championship will receive $3000, 2nd place will receive $2000, and the 3rd place winner will receive $1000.
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Judging Criteria:
Musicianship: 30 Points - Technical skill, timing, and tone
Vocal Harmony: 20 Points - Blend, balance, and intonation
Stage Presence: 20 Points - Engagement, professionalism, and audience connection
Bluegrass Style & Authenticity: 20 Points - Faithfulness to genre and tradition
Originality: 10 Points - Creativity and arrangement
Applications due by January 15, 2027. The contact person listed in your application will receive a decision by February 1, 2027.
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Please Take Note of our Video Demo Requirements~
Bands must submit a recently recorded self-made video audition reel with 3 songs/tunes representative of the music your band would play at the Bluegrass Championship. The members of the band in the video must be the same as those that will appear at the festival.
At the start of this video, introduce the band, clearly state the date and your location, and then perform 3 pieces in a row without any cuts or edits. You will need to submit your recording as a YouTube or Dropbox (or similar) link.
We expect cellphone or tablet quality, not professionally shot videos. Furthermore, we recommend recording your video demo in a quiet location (e.g., living room, backyard, etc.) for best results. Noisy bars are not the best environments for showcasing your talent.First place in the bluegrass band championship will receive $3000, 2nd place will receive $2000, and the 3rd place winner will receive $1000.
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Judging Criteria:
Musicianship: 30 Points - Technical skill, timing, and tone
Vocal Harmony: 20 Points - Blend, balance, and intonation
Stage Presence: 20 Points - Engagement, professionalism, and audience connection
Bluegrass Style & Authenticity: 20 Points - Faithfulness to genre and tradition
Originality: 10 Points - Creativity and arrangement