DCJazzPrix Application | DC Jazz Festival

DCJazzPrix™ Application

Name of Band

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Street Address

Street Address 2

City

State

Zip Code

1. List Each Band Member (Full Name and Instrument)

2. Upload Photo of Band (does not have to be professional)

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3. In its current iteration, how long has this band existed? (In order to be eligible for this competition, bands must have existed in their current iteration for at least 3 years prior to the submission of this application with activity February 2020 through February 2023)

4. List at least 3 demonstrative examples of your band’s lineup (include links to past billings, liner notes, photos, and any professional engagements).

5. List the dates, venues and locations of these engagements and the nature of the event (performance, concert, recital, festival, club gig, gala, etc).

Please add up to three supporting materials that provide documentation of the events listed above

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6. Provide at least 3 links to videos or press coverage from the last three years that showcases your current band’s artistic merit (recordings, performances, rehearsal, footage, articles/ press/media coverage). Provide a detailed description of each link provided including: date, venue, publication, or author (if applicable) and any other relevant information.

7. Provide links to music the band has released to date in its current iteration (albums, EPs, or singles).

8. Provide a brief description of the band’s musical vision, choice of repertoire, and future performance and/or recording goals. Add answer here.

9. What does the band hope to gain from performing at the DC Jazz Festival and potentially being named the DCJazzPrix Winner?

10. If your band wins, how would you spend the earnings?

11. What are the band's current professional development needs and desires?

12. Which social media and streaming platforms does the band use to promote itself and reach new fans, audiences, and/or secure potential engagements? Please list with links.

Do you currently have label representation?

Yes

If yes, please list here

13. How did you hear about the DCJazzPrix International Band Competition?

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