GRCC 2020 SONGWRITING CONTEST RULES AND PRIZES
RULES
PRIZES*
Grand prize for the top song:
Prize for first runner-up:
Prize for second runner up:
*Additional prizes may be added to the packages and announced prior to the submission deadline.
RULES
- Submissions will be accepted by the online entry form, including upload of an mp3 and lyric sheet for the original song. If you are unable to use the form, please contact girlsrockcampcalgary@gmail.com for other entry options.
- Submissions must be received by MIDNIGHT MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME on September 30th, 2020.
- Open to cis/trans girls and non-binary youth between the ages of 10 and 17 years, living in Calgary and surrounding area. All Girls Rock Camp Calgary alumni who are under 18 are also eligible to apply, no matter where they currently live.
- The song MUST be an original work written by the entering primary songwriter.
- The primary songwriter MUST meet the criteria described above. Bands may include members in a backup or support role who do not meet this criteria.
- The song must not have been previously published in any form or awarded a prize in any other songwriting competition at time of application.
- Failure to comply with rules will result in disqualification.
- The judges’ decisions are final and will not be open to appeal. Entry implies acceptance of these conditions.
- The copyright of the song remains with the entrant.
- The winner of the ‘Grand Prize’ must be able to be in Calgary for studio time.
- Prize packages in all categories (Grand, first runner up, second runner up) will be awarded as described. Studio time, gift cards, and other material goods will not be redeemable for cash.
PRIZES*
Grand prize for the top song:
- One day of studio time at Echo Base Studio in Calgary to record the winning song.
- Premiere of the finished song on X92.9 Xposure.
- Gift card for Long and McQuade.
- $250 cash.
Prize for first runner-up:
- $150 cash.
- Gift card for Long and McQuade.
Prize for second runner up:
- $100 cash.
- Gift card for Long and McQuade.
*Additional prizes may be added to the packages and announced prior to the submission deadline.
The 2020 contest is now closed. We will announce our winners November 15th!