ABOUT THE COMPETITION

The M2 Competition is an all-levels, young artist Music competition focused around encouraging and fostering musical participation and excellence. We believe that competitions can serve as a valuable learning experience for young musicians by assisting with goal setting and giving them the chance to perform onstage. We also believe that young artists should be given the forum to listen to their peers and to feel a strong sense of community in their music making.

Therefore, the M2 Competition is designed to be a friendly and rewarding experience. All competitors will be awarded a certificate with either a Bronze, Silver, or Gold designation based upon their performance, and will also receive a detailed written report by professional musicians serving as the competition adjudicators. Competitor levels are mixed to allow for students to learn from each other.

Additional prizes will include a scholarship or entrance to the 2022 M2 Program, an invitation to perform at the 2022 Buellton in the Park Festival, and the chance to sing the national anthem at the 2022 Buellton in the Park Festival.

COVID Regulations: In order to protect the most vulnerable members of our community, we will ask that masks be worn inside the church regardless of vaccination status whilst listening to the competition. Masks do not need to be worn onstage.

Instructions:

1) To reserve an audition time, select the ticket that matches the general time frame that best fits your schedule, and complete the checkout process. Use the student's name on the ticket. You will be contacted with an exact audition time once all entries have been received, so please use accurate contact info during registration.

2) Share the link with friends and fellow musicians after checkout!

3) Contact competition@muffinmusic.org if you have any questions about registration or the audition process.

4) An email will be sent after applications close to all participants confirming session times and order. Applicants are encouraged to hear others in their session and to support their colleagues and friends. Awards will be handed out at the end of each section.

We encourage everyone to apply! Fee Waiver is available if needed- please contact competition@muffinmusic.org or Sylvia at +13473711050.

Guidelines for The M2 Competition 2022

This is a music competition for solos, duets, and group acts. All genres and styles of music are welcome!
Applicants must be in Grade 12 or below at time of auditions (if they will have graduated by the time of the final performance, that is fine)
All audition pieces must be memorized, unless performed by groups of 3 or more. Groups of all sizes are welcome, provided they make appropriate preparations and bring any equipment required.
Applicants must be willing to commit to rehearsals and other preparations as needed if selected to participate in the final event
Applicants should feel prepared to perform on stage and be comfortable with the idea of speaking a brief, informative speech about themselves or their music
Applicants will abide by copyright laws and certify that they have permission to use all music performed during the auditions, callbacks, and final performance
Applicants should bring their music to the audition for the use of the judges. It will be returned to them after their audition.
Maximum audition time is 8 minutes, and may include 2 pieces. Only one piece will be selected for performance at the final event by the judges.
All performers must bring their own equipment, including microphones, amps, etc. Only a piano will be provided. If accompaniment or backing tracks are required, performers are responsible for providing their own accompanist or playback equipment as needed. Anything other than a piano required for a performer to participate must be brought by the performer to the auditions.
Entry fee is $10
Entry fees are nonrefundable
Decisions rendered by the judges will be considered final

The M2 Competition

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The M2 Competition

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