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2nd Annual
Bluegrass & Oldtime Battle of the Bands

Saturday, October 6, 2007
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Rules of Competition

  1. No electric instruments, with the exception of electric bass will be allowed on stage.
  2. Bands must have at least 3 members, but not more than 7.
  3. The contest will consist of two rounds:
    1. In round #1, bands will play 2 tunes of their choice.
    2. In round #2, the top 5 bands in each category will be invited back to play 1 additional tune of their choice.
    3. The combined scores from rounds 1 & 2 will determine the final score.
  4. Bands may perform at any time.  The categories (Bluegrass & Oldtime) will not be segregated.  However, judging for the two categories will be separate.
  5. No tuning or jamming in the auditorium while contestants are performing on stage.
  6. In case of broken strings or picks, or malfunction of the sound system, a band will be permitted to repeat the performance, playing the same tune, without penalty.
  7. Contestants agree that all performances may be recorded without claim.
  8. The Management reserves the right to audition any performer or band.
  9. Each band member will have five dollars refunded immediately after performing. All band members to be refunded in a group. Children under 12 will receive no refund since their admission is free.
  10. Band members may only compete in one band.
  11. Contestants will use only songs and instrumentals from the public domain and authentic folk or mountain music field.   No copyrighted music will be permitted.
  12. ALCOHOL AND DRUG LAWS ENFORCED.

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For more information:
Call: (276) 238 - 0376
E-Mail:
stever@bluegrassingalax.com


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Come hungry! We've got great food for you to enjoy before or during the show. We have hot dogs, hamburgers, and our famous homemade Bar-B-Que sandwiches. Of course, we have french fries, candy, popcorn, and soft drinks to go along with your meal, so come and enjoy!


Last Update: Sunday, September 02, 2007