Is there an application fee to sign up for a festival? No. There is a $100.00 non-refundable deposit that will be credited to your final balance.
How accurate does my number of participants have to be when I apply? When you apply, please provide us with your best estimate. You will have several opportunities to adjust your number of
participants after submitting your application. However, your final number must be received no later than 15 days prior to your festival.
How many performing groups can I bring to the festival? Your deposit of $100.00 entitles the school up to two performing groups. Additional groups will be accepted on a space
available basis for an additional deposit of $50.00 per performing group. On peak festival dates, Trills & Thrills reserves the right to limit the
number of performing groups from any one school.
How many free adults am I entitled to? You are entitled to one free Director or Chaperone for every 10 students. (one free for 10 students, two free for 20
students, etc.)
Does the Director have to pay? The Director is included as one of the FREE adults you receive for every 10 students.
If a student is in more than one performing group, do they have to pay an additional cost? No. Your invoice will reflect the total number of students and total number of adults attending the festival.
What if my students have a season pass for the park? Students holding season passes, or who will not be entering the park for any other reason, will be charged the
Festival-Only
cost of $20.00. There will be no charge for adults holding season passes.
When do performances take place? For the most part, performances take place between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Can I request a performance time? Once you have registered for the festival, you will receive a Festival Packet that contains a form for requesting an
approximate performance time. Many factors are considered at the time assignments are made, such as travel distance, size and number of groups from each
school and time of registration. We will do our best to accommodate your request, however please keep in mind that these are just requests.
When will I find out my performance time? The performance schedule is determined by your local Site Director and will be released 4 - 6 weeks prior to the festival.
Do we need to wear uniforms? Uniforms are not required. The attire of the group is left up to the discretion of each Director and will not be factored
into the Adjudicators' ratings. Please be advised, however, that changing facilities are not available at any of our performance sites.
Where does the festival adjudication take place? Performances take place at local schools, churches, colleges or other performance venues located near the amusement park.
Performances do not take place in the parks.
Will we have the opportunity to listen to other groups perform? Schools are welcome to arrive in advance of their scheduled performance time to view other performances. Please confirm this
with your local Site Director as some performance sites are more conducive than others to accommodating audiences.
If I cannot find an original score, may I photocopy it? Photocopied scores are not acceptable without an accompanying letter from the publisher. Adjudicators have the right, but
not the obligation, to refuse adjudication to any group submitting photocopied scores without the written permission of the publisher.
Do you have a required music list? There are no required selections. Each group performs music appropriate to their level of development.
Will equipment be available at the performance site? If so, what? Music stands, chairs, piano (acoustic or electronic) and other basic concert percussion equipment are provided at each
performance site. Choral risers are usually available. Schools will need to bring electronic equipment and additional percussion equipment. Many sites have
extensive equipment available. Please check with your local Site Director.
Will my group compete against a group from another school? No. Trills & Thrills Music Festivals are non-competitive meaning that your group will perform to receive a numerical rating
out of a possible 100 points.
Will my group receive a clinic from the Adjudicator at the end of their performance? No. The format of Trills & Thrills Music Festivals does not allow for a clinician to formally address each performing group.
What is the procedure for changing my number of participants from the original application? That's easy! You can simply make the adjustment on your invoice prior to submitting final payment or contact our office via
phone or e-mail (revise group size). The last opportunity you have to decrease your number of participation, without penalty, is 15 days prior to your
festival.
Can I make final payment at the festival? No. Final payment is due to Trills & Thrills main office no later than 30 days prior to your festival. Payment for last-
minute additions may be made at the registration desk on the day of the festival.
What is the payment schedule? Payment is divided into two installments - 60 & 30 days prior to the festival date.
When do you need my final numbers for the festival? Final numbers are due 15 days prior to the festival.
How can I find out more information about the park? You can obtain more information on the park via their web site. This can be accessed from the corresponding festival page of
our web site.
What happen if it rains? In the event of rain, amusement parks, as a rule, will not close. Therefore, the festival will not be postponed or cancelled
due to weather. Many parks issue tickets that are valid only on the day of the festival. If the park is operating on the day of your festival and you
decide not to visit the park, you will not receive a refund.
Can I use the park tickets on a different day? Most parks issue tickets that are valid only on the day of the festival, however, some parks issue tickets that are valid
throughout their operating season. The policy of an individual park can be confirmed by contacting Trills & Thrills' main office.
Do I need to order a park ticket(s) for my bus driver(s)? Some parks allow the bus driver free admission upon showing their commercial driver's license (CDL). Contact our office for
specific information on your park or check their web site.
Where will I pick-up my park tickets? You will receive your tickets at the performance site.
Can I add students or chaperones on the day of the festival? A limited number of additional tickets will be available for purchase at the festival registration desk.
What if I need hotel accommodations, motorcoach transportation or meals? Customized Services are available through Trills & Thrills. Contact one of our travel professionals for details and
information.
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