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Virginia/DC Chapter
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Welcome to Virginia PAS Virginia/DC Chapter
Competition Requirements: All entrants must have played drums for at least 6 months. Entrants will perform a play-along musical selection of their choice at the competition. Entrants will also perform a two minute open solo. Closing date for entering: December 31, 2008. In addition to purchasing a play-along musical selection, entrants must pay a $25.00 registration fee. (PAS Members - $20.00). For details on musical selection, rules and regulations see below or call David Salisbury at 703-772-3015. Rules and Procedures A maximum of 15 entrants are allowed in each division. Spots for the competition will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis as determined by the postmarked date on the application. Each contestant will prepare to perform one play-along musical selection at the competition. In addition, each contestant will perform a 2 minute “open solo.” Contestants will perform on the drumsets provided at the competition. These are 5-piece drumsets, complete with high-hat, one crash cymbal, one ride cymbal and a drum throne. Contestants will have time to make minor adjustments to the drumset just prior to their performance. Contestants must provide their own drumsticks and are also allowed to provide their own single bass drum pedal and throne, if they wish. Double bass drum pedals cannot be used. These are the only personal pieces of gear contestants may use during their performance. Selections that can be performed include those from the following: 1. Wes Crawford’s Drumset Play-Along DVD. This audio and video DVD includes 10 original songs representing a variety of pop styles and can be ordered by sending a check for $20 along with your registration fee. This is discounted from the regular price of $29.99 and includes shipping. The Wes Crawford Drumset Play Along DVD will be mailed to you within one week after receipt of your registration. Contestants can download drumset charts to go with each of the play along songs from the Wes Crawford DVD by going to www.MusicAndGames4U.com. Contestants using the Wes Crawford Drumset Play-Along DVD will perform to the DVD track “without drums.” Video monitors are provided. 2. The Drumset Performer by Steve Houghton. This book and accompanying audio CD has at least 2 tracks per style- rock, Latin, jazz etc. Also, each song has two versions -- one with drums and one without. The Drumset Performer can be purchased from http://www.houghtonmusic.com/books/drumset.html. The cost is $19.95 plus shipping. Contestants will perform to the CD track “without drums.” 3. Any other play along audio CD as long as it is approved in advance by the program organizer. The track must be between 2-4 minutes in length, without drums, and must be professional audio quality. To clear an audio selection in advance, contact David Salisbury by e-mail at dsalibury@verizon.net or by phone at 703-772-3015. Contestants can choose to follow written charts or make up their own drum part. At the competition, contestants can have the written chart on a music stand or play without the chart. Although contestants will not be graded how well they stick to the chart, they will be graded on musicality, expression, and style (see judging criteria below). Play-Along Track Performance: Contestants will receive 0-10 points in each of the following categories:
Open Solo: Contestants will receive 0-10 points in each of the following categories:
Snow Date In the event that Drumfest! 2009 cannot be held on January 17, 2009 due to bad weather, January 24, 2009 has been reserved as a snow day. Contestants should keep both dates open in case the event is postponed to January 24 due to snow.
DRUMFEST! 2009  Registration Form Name______________________________________________________Age (as of January 17, 2009) _______ Note. Contestants ages 12-14 will participate in the Junior Division. Contestants ages 15-17 will participate in the Intermediate Division. Street Address______________________________________________________________________________ City_______________________________________________________________ State ______ Zip __________ Telephone (home) __________________________ Telephone (work) _________________________________ Telephone (cell) ____________________________E-mail (1)_________________________________________ E-mail (2) ________________________________________ How long have you been playing drums/percussion? _____ years _______ months School ________________________________________________________________ City ________________ Do you participate in your school band ____________________School music instructor____________________ Name of private teacher _______________________________Phone__________________________________ Please enclose the non-refundable $25.00 registration fee (PAS Members - $20.00). Add $20 if you wish to order the Wes Crawford Drumset Play-Along DVD (a discount of $10.00 off the $29.99 retail price) and The Wes Crawford Drumset Play Along DVD will be mailed to you within one week after receipt of your registration. “The Drumset Performer” book and play-along CD by Steve Houghton can be ordered directly from http://www.houghtonmusic.com/books/drumset.html. The cost is $19.95 plus shipping. If a contestant already owns the Wes Crawford Play-Along DVD or plans to purchase “The Drumset Performer” or other play-along CD, enclose only the $25.00 registration fee. A maximum of 15 entrants are allowed in each division. Spots for the competition will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis as determined by the postmarked date on the application. The order in which contestants perform at the competition is also based on the postmarked date on the application, with earliest applicants performing last. Each contestant will prepare to perform one track from the Wes Crawford Drumset Play-Along DVD or other play-along CD at the competition. In addition, each contestant will perform a 2 minute “open solo.” Contestants must provide their own drum sticks. Contestants will perform on the drumsets provided at the competition. These are 5-piece drumsets, complete with hi-hat, one crash cymbal, one ride cymbal and a drum throne. Contestants will have time to make height and position adjustments to the drumset just prior to their performance. Contestants are also allowed to provide their own throne and bass drum pedal if they wish. These are the only personal pieces of gear contestants may use during their performance. This competition is open to new and intermediate student drumset players. You do not need to be experienced to participate. The purpose is to have fun, to learn, and to be inspired by seeing other drummers. All contestants will receive prizes. Plus, you will get to participate in both drumset FUNdamentals clinics. Mail registration form and payment to David Salisbury, 13408 Carrageen, Dr. Manassas, VA 20112. Checks should be payable to “Virginia Chapter PAS.” For more information and details call David Salisbury at 703-772-3015. Closing date for entering: December 31, 2008.
PAS MISSION STATEMENT The Percussive Arts Society® (PAS®) is a music service organization promoting percussion education, research, performance and appreciation throughout the world.
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