The John Lennon Songwriting Contest and A3E present: Innovators in Music
Take advantage of this special opportunity for performing songwriters and composers utilizing new technology. If you make your music using new instruments, touch screens or apps, this contest is for you! One winner will receive a performance slot at the upcoming A3E conference, a prize package from the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and will have the chance to meet with notable developers, artists and leaders involved in the future of audio. Special guest judges include select members of the Advisory Board from A3E.
Timeline
• Contest Open: 8/18 – 9/8
• Winner Announcement: 9/16
• A3E Dates: 9/23 – 9/24
Location Hynes Convention Center – Boston, MA
Entry platform Sonicbids
Entry fee $30 inclusive of Session II, 2014 entry. All entry fees from the JLSC help support the non-profit John Lennon Educational Tour Bus. All entries will receive a FREE A3E 2 Day Guest Pass.
Prizes
• Performance slot at the A3E event
• Complimentary A3E P2 Production + Performance Conference Pass
• Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Studio Mic
• Neutrik custom John Lennon Educational Tour Bus cable
• IK Multimedia iRig MIC HD
• Plus more prizing TBD
Promotional Opportunities
• A3E Industry Outlets and A3E web site including a dedicated Press Release
• Judging by A3E Advisory Board and Industry Luminaries
• Audio-Technica
• Berklee College of Music
• John Lennon Educational Tour Bus
• John Lennon Songwriting Contest
• MASS Electronic Dance Music Community
• Neutrik
• Sonicbids
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