2020 Thailand Jazz Workshop 
Jazz Competition

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Jazz Competition

The 2020 TJW Jazz Competition is open to all instrumentalist and vocalists, from any country.  Rangsit University Conservatory of Music does not cover any costs of the contestant’s transportation, housing, or food for the Competition. 

All contestants must be registered in the 2020 Thailand Jazz Workshop

Complete the registration form and then click on ‘Competition’ to complete your competition application.  All competition entrants must send a copy of their country’s ID Card or Passport, a photo of you with your Instrument, and a short biography.

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• The First Round – Upload your video to E-mail : rsumusic@rsu.ac.th  The contestant will need to perform live with the band or backing track. The video must focus on improvisation.  Having good video and more importantly, a good sound recording, will be to the contestant’s advantage.  Deadline for uploading the video is 21 February 2020.
   

• The Second Round – From the Internet videos, 10 contestants will be chosen to perform in the Semi-finals Competition.
   

• The Semi-Final Round - Semi-finalists will play one (1) selection of their choice, 5 minutes or less, with the Thailand Jazz Workshop Faculty Rhythm Section. Semi-finalists must have lead sheets for Piano, Bass, and Drums, with clear form and arrangement, Intro-Head-Improvisation-Head-Ending.  No rehearsal will take place.  Contestants must have music, intros and endings, clearly marked.
   

• Final Round!! - From the above Semi-Finals Competition, three Finalists will be chosen by the adjudicators. The finalists will play a tune with 2020 TJW Faculty Rhythm Section. Do bring the lead sheets for the rhythm section with clear arrangements.  No rehearsal will take place.

Awards

           1st Place :  15,000 Baht

           2nd Place :  10,000 Baht

           2rd Place :  5,000 Baht

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