Rules and regulations w88 live casino
Registration
Online group registration and payment of group registration fees must be received before a group is accepted into the w88 live casino. Group registration will be accepted until two weeks before the w88 live casino or until the w88 live casino is full - whichever is sooner. Scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis. w88 live casino staff will honor scheduling requests to the best of their ability. A maximum of four groups from one school can be schedule on one day.
In addition to group registration fees, each student, director, parent and chaperone must purchase and wear a w88 live casino Pass. Passes are waterproof wristbands. They are non-replaceable. If you lose it, you must buy a new one.
Categories and definitions
Eligible students may participate in the following categories:
- Band — 10 or more performers
- Combo — 2 to 9 performers
- Choir* — 10 or more performers
*Choirs are encouraged but not required to use student rhythm section players. You may also use professional musicians.
Participants
The Reno Jazz w88 live casino is open to middle schools, high schools, two-year colleges and universities. Participating groups include:
- Middle school: Students in grades 6-8
- High school: Students in grades 9-12
- High School Band Ensembles will be assigned to w88 live casino rooms based on the student enrollment at their high school. There is no limit to the number of bands that a high school may enter. Magnet High Schools will participate with the largest schools.
- Two-year colleges (junior college or two-year college)
- Junior college: Students only with all members in a minimum of 6 credits
- Two-year college: All members need only be enrolled in the group course
- College or university (four-year institutions only)
w88 live casino times
Bands, combos, and choirs will receive a total of 55 minutes for w88 live casino and feedback combined. The director can determine how much time to allocate to w88 live casino and feedback. When planning your program, remember that each w88 live casino time slot includes entry, set-up, announcements, w88 live casino, feedback and exit. It is imperative that each group remain within their allotted 55 minutes (bands, combos, choirs).
w88 live casino staff will make every attempt to reschedule performances who miss their scheduled performance time due to unforeseen circumstances. Due to tight w88 live casino schedules and logistics, a rescheduled performance time is not guaranteed.
w88 live casino instructions
Before the w88 live casino
The performance schedule will be announced approximately one month before the w88 live casino and is subject to change. Please carefully review the materials on the Director’s page of our website and bring the following required paperwork to the w88 live casino for each group performance.
- Fillable PDF set-list form (4 copies): Fill out ahead of time, print, and bring to the w88 live casino to give to the room announcer before your scheduled performance.
- Announcer form: Fill out and give to the room announcer. You may also announce your own group if you prefer.
During the w88 live casino
Upon arriving at the w88 live casino, locate your performance room and then proceed directly to your warm-up room. You are responsible for getting your group from the warm-up room to the performance site. Once in the performance site, you should provide the Timer with your set-list and announcer forms. If you wish to announce your own group, please notify the Timer. You do not need to provide music to the Artist Educators; however, if you supply music copies, the Artist Educators will be able to offer more detailed feedback. Feedback will take place in the same room as the performance with two Artist Educators.
Equipment
Warm-Up Rooms: No equipment is provided in the warm-up rooms. Choir warm-up rooms w88 live casino have a piano.
w88 live casino/Feedback Rooms: Chairs, music stands, sound system (for choirs: the system includes area microphones or up to 16 individual mics), guitar amplifier, bass amplifier, piano, drum kit (drummer may change out cymbals but must use kit provided), and cymbals (crash, ride and hi- hat) are provided. Please do not remove any w88 live casino equipment from the stage or the feedback rooms. Due to very tight scheduling, all groups must use the standard stage set-up and are not permitted to move equipment provided on stage. The following equipment is not provided unless specified above: string basses, vibraphones (provided in Nightingale Concert Hall, Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Hall Recital Hall, and UFA 144 only), marimbas, congas, keyboards, keyboard stands, drumsticks, and patch cords.
Storage: Because of the large number of groups participating, we CANNOT provide storage for your equipment. You must keep your cases with you – do not leave them unattended. After your w88 live casino, we recommend that you return your equipment to your bus or hotel rooms.
Feedback
Nationally recognized jazz educators and musicians critique w88 live casino performances and provide feedback to each performance group. Two (2) Artist Educators will listen to each performance and record audio critique for every group in their assigned performance site. After each performance, each group will receive feedback and coaching from the Artist Educators.
- During the w88 live casino: After your w88 live casino, you will be given any notes taken by the Artist Educators.
- After the w88 live casino: Audio files with Artist Educator critique and notes will be emailed to school directors by the end of the week following the w88 live casino. Ensembles selected to perform in the closing w88 live casino Showcase will be posted on the w88 live casino website (unr.edu/rjf) as soon as possible after the w88 live casino.
w88 live casino Showcase
The w88 live casino Showcase features a curated selection of student performances that showcase creativity, innovation, fresh perspectives and exceptional sound. The closing showcase provides a compelling cross-section of performances, celebrating the future of jazz.
On Saturday, after the conclusion of the daytime performances, we will post the groups to appear in the w88 live casino Showcase and approximate starting times. This information will be posted in the Church Fine Arts Building. Groups selected for the showcase are allotted 25 minutes total time, including set-up and tear down. Please plan on presenting no more than 20 minutes of music. Showcase groups should report to Nightingale Concert Hall in the Church Fine Arts building at least 30 minutes prior to their start time.
w88 live casino etiquette and safety
While on campus please be considerate of University faculty, staff and students as well as other w88 live casino participants. Do not play your instruments except in designated warm-up, performance or feedback areas. Any w88 live casino participant caught being disruptive, stealing, or vandalizing property will be immediately expelled from the campus and appropriate legal action will be taken.
In all w88 live casino and clinic rooms, seating capacity for all events is limited to room capacity per the Reno Fire Marshal. Aisles must be kept clear at all times. Seating is available on a first-come, first- served basis. As a courtesy to others please do not save seats. Audience doors to w88 live casino areas will be closed during performances; entrance will only be permitted during a break in the w88 live casino. Food and drinks are not permitted in w88 live casino areas.
We ask that directors please:
- Keep track of scheduled times
- Take responsibility for your students’ behavior
- Keep your students together
- Be courteous to w88 live casino volunteers and staff
We ask that students please:
- Take responsibility for your behavior
- Act in a professional manner
- Stay together
- Be courteous to w88 live casino volunteers and staff
While at the w88 live casino, we recommend that you stick together with your group and avoid walking alone, especially after dark. If you should encounter any problems or need police assistance, please call 911 or the University Police at (775) 745-6195.