Apply to Perform

APPLICATION PERIOD IS NOW CLOSED

Eligibility to apply to perform at the ACB Convention in 2020

• The band must have been an organizational member in 2018 and 2019

• The band must pay their membership dues in 2020

Performance opportunities

There will be member band performances in the Ballroom at the Founders Inn on:

• • Wednesday, March 18, evening

  • Thursday, March 19 evening

  • Friday, March 20 evening

  • Saturday, March 21 afternoon

Each concert will be 45 minutes including playing and announcing. Standard percussion equipment will be provided for each performer.

Application Process

• A completed application form.

• 40-60 minute CD of selections from performances within the last year. No DVD’s please.

• Bio of the band

• Bio of the conductor

• Photo of the band suitable for promotional materials.

• Photo of the conductor suitable for promotional materials.

• Sample programs from your last two seasons.

• Other materials you wish to submit in support of your application.

Submit application with materials by mail to:

Dr. Brian Diller, Convention Audition Chair

Department of Music

Old Dominion University

1339 West 49th Street

Norfolk, Virginia 23529

Questions may be directed to: Dr. Brian Diller, 757-683-4336, bdiller@odu.edu

Dates:

• Application due: August 1, 2019

• Notification of acceptance: September 1, 2019 (via email)

After the selection of featured bands, we will provide the additional information needed for percussion, travel and performance in Virginia Beach. A negotiated hotel rate is available if accommodations are needed.

Download this information as a letter to share with your band here.