Contests

Best Stringed Instrument Player Contests at LVGTS 2024! 🎸

📅 Sign-Up Deadline: November 5th

Are you the next guitar legend?

We’re hosting TWO epic contests at this year’s Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show!

🎶🔥Don’t miss this chance to show the world your talent and take your place among the legends. 🎶🔥

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Best Female Stringed Instrument Player

Best Male Stringed Instrument Player

Best Stringed Instrument Player Contest Rules & Eligibility

Eligibility:

  1. Age Requirement: Contestants must be under 18 years old.
  2. Instrument: The contest is open to all stringed instrument players, including guitar, bass, violin, cello, etc.
  3. Gender Categories: There will be two separate contests:
    • Best Female Stringed Instrument Player
    • Best Male Stringed Instrument Player
  4. Contestant Limit: A maximum of 12 contestants per category (12 females and 12 males) will be accepted. Sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis.
  5. Submission Deadline: All contestants must sign up by November 5, 2024. No late entries will be accepted.

Performance: Each contestant must perform a solo piece no longer than 5 minutes

Additional Information:

  • Contestants must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their performance time for sound check and equipment setup.
  • Contestants must agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes by the Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show.

 

For any questions or further information, please contact lasvegasguitartradeshow@gmail.com or call 781-426-6586.

Contest Rules:

  1. Instrument Setup: Contestants are responsible for bringing their own instruments and any necessary accessories (e.g., pedals, picks, strings). Amplifiers will be provided.
  2. Song Choice: Contestants may perform an original song or a cover. However, all songs must be family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
  3. Performance Time: Each performance must not exceed 5 minutes. Contestants will be penalized for exceeding this time limit.
  4. Judging Criteria: Performances will be judged on the following:
    • Technique (25%): Mastery of the instrument.
    • Creativity (20%): Originality and musical innovation.
    • Stage Presence (15%): Confidence and audience engagement.
    • Musicality (20%): Emotional expression and dynamics.
    • Difficulty (10%): Complexity of the piece performed.
    • Tone & Sound Quality (10%): Clarity and richness of sound.
  5. Judges’ Decision: All decisions made by the panel of judges are final.
  6. Tiebreaker: In the event of a tie, the contestant with the highest “Technique” score will be declared the winner. If still tied, judges will discuss and make a final decision.
  7. Prizes: The winner of each category will receive:
    • “Future Rock Godz Hall of Fame Inductee” Award
    • Additional prizes to be announced during the event.
  8. Disqualification: Contestants will be disqualified for:
    • Failure to follow the contest rules.
    • Offensive or inappropriate behavior during the event.
    • Misrepresentation of identity or performance material.

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