FAQ for the Battle of the Bands at Modernista on May 5

Eloise Wester Jingkids

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The Battle of the Bands at Modernista on May 5 is the ultimate event for international high school bands in Beijing!

But questions abound – who can enter? How? Where can I get tickets? Here’s a few FAQs about the event, answered:

Q: How do I sign up for the Battle of the Bands?

A: To sign up, you need to scan the QR code from the sign-up poster above and fill out a form with your band name, members, school, and contact information. You also need to upload an audio or video recording of one of your songs (don’t worry, it need not be professional quality – a recording of one of your practices will do). The deadline for signing up is March 1, 2024.

Q: What are the criteria for selecting the bands that will perform live at Modernista?

A: The bands will be selected by a panel of local music experts. They will judge the bands based on their musicality, originality, and style. They will also consider the diversity of genres and schools represented by the bands.

Q: How long will each band perform at the live event?

A: Each band will perform two songs of their choice, with a maximum of 10 minutes per band. The bands will be allocated a time slot before the event. There will be a short break between each band to set up the stage and equipment.

Q: What kind of music can the bands play at the event?

A: The bands can play any kind of contemporary pop music they want. We welcome all genres and styles, from rock to pop, from metal to folk, and anything in between. We encourage the bands to showcase their creativity and diversity. The only rule is bands must perform live with their own instruments and vocals — no karaoke style or performing to pre-recorded tracks.

Q: How can I buy tickets for the live event?

A: Tickets for the live event will go on sale in March. Proceeds from the tickets will go to Our Learning House, a school that helps kids in Beijing with special needs.

Q: What is Our Learning House and why are they the beneficiaries of the event?

A: Our Learning House helps underprivileged kids in Beijing with special needs. They offer free educational and therapeutic services, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training. They also support the families and teachers of these kids. You can learn more about them on their website: ourlearninghouse.cn/en/

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Q: Who are the sponsors and partners of the event?

A: The event is sponsored by Modernista, Our Learning House, Jingkids, and the Beijinger. We are still seeking both cash and in-kind sponsors who want to support this student-run event and get exposure to the international school community.

Q: How can I get involved as a sponsor?

A: If you want to get involved as a sponsor, you can send an email to 25eloisew@wab.edu and tell us about your company or organization, what kind of sponsorship you can offer, and why you are interested in supporting the event. We will get back to you as soon as possible and discuss the details and benefits of sponsorship.

Q: How can I volunteer for the event?

A: If you are a high school student and want to volunteer for the event, you can send an email to 25eloisew@wab.edu and tell us your name, school, grade, contact information, and why you want to volunteer. We need volunteers to help with promotion, ticketing, stage management, photography, videography, and more.

Q: What is the schedule of the live event?

A: The live event will be from 2 to 6pm on Sunday, May 5, 2024. A sound check for all bands will begin at 11am that day.

Q: Who are the judges of the event and how will they score the bands?

A: The judges of the event are professional musicians who have experience and expertise in various genres and styles of music. They also have lots of experience performing in Beijing and none of them are associated with any one international school, so they are unbiased. They will judge each band individually based on three criteria: musicality, spirit, and stage presence. Each criterion will have a maximum of 10 points, for a total of 30 points per band. The band with the highest combined score will be the winner of the event.

Q: How do I vote for the Audience Favorite prize?

A: You can vote for the Audience Favorite prize by scanning a QR code at the venue. The band with the most votes will win the Audience Favorite prize.