Who May Participate
The festival is open to elementary, middle school, junior and senior high school men's, mixed, treble and women's choirs. Please, no show choirs.

Performance Times
Groups will have 15 minutes to warm-up and 15 minutes to perform. Total time on stage must not exceed 30 mintues.

Groups will perform between 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Each group should arrive at the park and register at least one hour before their scheduled performance time. Upon arrival, directors should register at the registration table located near the front gate. Final instructions and an escort will be assigned.

During the performance, each group may perform two selections of contrasting style, an optional warm-up may be performed not to exceed three minutes in length.

Performance Facilities
Festival performances will take place at the Jack Aldrich Theatre. Performances will include a total of 30 minutes on-stage. Groups have 15 minutes to warm-up and 15 minutes to perform. Total time on stage must not exceed 30 minutes.

Music Requirements
Selections are at the discretion of the director. The ensemble director will supply two (2) sets of original scores for the adjudicated selections. Due to liability and insurance, Cedar Point cannot grant special requests for electrical and lighting needs during performances.

Dress
There are no special dress requirements.
Each director must decide what is appropriate.
Dressing facilities are NOT available.

Equipment Provided
Equipment provided by Educational Programs Network at the festival site:

• Microphone
• Piano
• Step choral risers
• CD Playback for pre-recorded accompaniment

We ask that you use the equipment provided. Please do not bring any equipment you cannot carry. No setup crew will be provided. Digital Media (SD Cards) for Judges comments will be provided by Educational Programs Network.

Awards
Each school will receive a participation award. The award, score sheets and adjudicator comments will be given to each group immediately after their performance.

Festival Fees
Student fees include adjudication fee and admission to the park. All tickets must be purchased through the festival office.

Meal Voucher Information
The meal voucher can be redeemed at numerous restaurants throughout Cedar Point. Your meal choices are: Please note, these options are based on the 2012 offerings and are subject to change.

• Double Dogs Meal
  Two regular hot dogs, potato chips and a regular soft drink

• Cheeseburger Basket Meal
  Cheeseburger, Fries and a regular soft drink

• Personal Pizza Meal
  Personal size pizza and a regular soft drink

• Chicken Fingers Basket Meal
  Chicken Fingers, fries and a regular soft drink

Refunds and Cancellations
Upon receipt of written notification of cancellation by April 15, 2014, Cedar Point Choral Festival will refund the cost of tickets purchased. After April 15, 2014, NO refunds will be made.

Park Information
To view detailed park information please click here.

Once You're at the Festival

Schedule of the Day's Activities
Upon arrival, directors should proceed to Cedar Point Choral Festival registration table located at the entrance to the park. Upon arrival, instructions will be given and warm-up/performance times confirmed. Fifteen minutes prior to warm-up, groups will meet their escort in front of the Jack Aldrich Theatre. Groups will have 30 minutes on-stage to enter, warm-up, perform and exit the hall. Your adjudicator score sheets, recorded comments and participation plaque will be available following your performance at the festival registration area. After performances, groups can continue to enjoy the park for the remainder of the day.

Remember to have two (2) sets of original scores, (not photocopied scores) with measures numbered consecutively.
Your Conductors's Scores, SD Cards, Adjudication Forms and Participation Award will be available immediately after your performance.

Step 1. Fill out the Registration Form and return it along with a $55.00 registration fee. Enter each group under your direction on a separate application. If other groups from your school are attending, they must apply separately. Upon receipt of your Registration Form and fee you will be contacted via email to select your performance time.

Payment Authorization Form

Step 2. Use the separate Ticket Order Form located on our website to mail the balance of your payment before May 1, 2014 to ensure participation. You can also update your student and adult counts at any time on our website. Park tickets will be picked up at the Registration Table the day of your event.

Payment Authorization Form