Take the Stage 2020
The South Lakes High School Music Jam

​Sunday, February 23rd, 2020
Presented by the SLHS Band Boosters


​Calling all student bands, trios, duos and solo acts...
​are you ready to TAKE THE STAGE? ​

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CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION

Get ready for the 2020 Take the Stage music jam!  This event is in its 5th year running, and provides a great opportunity for student musicians (ages 18 and below) to jam like the pros--in a great venue with lots of fun, food and fans!  This year we are welcoming trios, duos, and solo acts, in addition to student bands.  
All genres welcome.  

APPLICATION DEADLINE WAS EXTENDED:  Applications to participate are now due on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020.  


​EVENT DETAILS:

When:  February 23rd, 2020 (Doors open at 4:00)
Where:   Ned Devine's in Herndon.

This event is a fundraiser for the South Lakes High School Band Boosters.  Proceeds will be used to support the SLHS Band program.

Questions can be sent to NOVABandBattle@gmail.com. ​

What Next?

TO PARTICIPATE:  Students who would like to participate should fill out an application HERE​​.  Only one member of your group needs to fill out the form.  Please see below for eligibility and rules.

Tickets for the 2020 Take the Stage music jam will go on sale at the end of January.  
​They will be available both online and at the door. 
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Thanks to Sponsors and Donors!

Thanks to all of our awesome sponsors  for supporting the arts and for making this event possible!

​Ned Devine's Irish Sports Pub
The Music Stores
Aspen Jewelry Designs
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​Want to become a sponsor to show your support of young musicians?  Email NOVABandBattle@gmail.com for more information.

Important Rules

1.  Performer(s) must be available to perform on Sunday, February 23rd, 2020 between 4 pm and 9 pm at Ned Devine’s, 2465 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 20171.
2.  Age - Band members must be 18 years old (high school age) or younger.  Exceptions may be made if at least one performer of the group is within the acceptable age range, at the discretion of program organizers.
3. School - While this event is primarily for South Lakes High School students, other performers/acts may be accepted at the discretion of program organizers.
4.  Performers may only enter and play with one act.
5.  All applications to perform must be received by midnight on January 22, 2020.
6.  For acts that are selected, a registration form must be completed with additional details regarding the performers and songs to be played for use in publicity.  All group members must be listed on the registration form.  Parent or guardian permission to play is required.
7.  If chosen to perform,  performers will have between 10 - 25 minutes to play; exact timing dependent on the number of acts selected.
8.  Performance must be suitable for a family audience; group names and lyrics must be free of obscenities.
9. Performers must be dressed in clothing free from obscenities or references to drugs, sex, or alcohol.
10.  In order to keep everyone safe, groups who encourage moshing or any other potentially dangerous acts will be asked to leave. Additionally, fires, pyrotechnics, fog machines, etc. are not allowed.
11.  Performers must supply their instruments including symbols (PA system, amps, mics,  monitors, and basic drum kit will be provided).
12.  Performers are responsible for the security of their equipment. The SLHS Band Boosters will not be held responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen equipment.
13.  All acts agree to have their name, voice, and/or likenesses used in any advertising or broadcasting material relating to this contest without any compensation or rights to royalties for such use.
14.  A performance schedule will be provided once finalists are announced.  Performers must check in at least 30 minutes prior to their performance time. 
15.  The SLHS Band Boosters reserves the right to make any necessary changes to program rules and have the final word in any disputes that arise.