NEFFA Performer Application 2025

Type	Applications accepted until
General	October 15, 2024 (past)
Dance performance	January 5, 2025 (past)
Ritual/Morris dance	January 15, 2025 (past)

Your name *

For our convenience, please use the format Lastname COMMA Firstname (as in Cannon,Jon with no embedded space).

If this application is for an individual or duo, this should be the main performer name. If for a group, this should be the name of the group leader.

Our standard for recording names is LAST, then a comma, then FIRST, and we don't put a space after the comma.

Your email address *

What is the best phone number at which to reach you? *

Should the performer for this event be listed as an individual, a duo, or a named group? *

The individual applying

A an-hoc duo consisting of the individual applying and another performer

A group

The Duo category is for use when two performers are getting together for a special event at NEFFA, but don't want to bother with choosing a group name. Duos are free to use the Group category, if desired.

Second performer name for duo *

For our convenience, please use the format Lastname COMMA Firstname (as in Cannon,Jon with no embedded space).

Name of group? *

For our convenience, please write group names that start with "The" in the format Beatles,The or Talking Heads,The.

Make sure this name exactly matches the name of your group and avoid abbreviations. After we complete the initial processing of your application, we'll send you a link that will allow you to manage your group membership list.

Other performers (besides group members) supporting this event (optional)

For our convenience, please use the format Lastname COMMA Firstname (as in Cannon,Jon with no embedded space).

Is there an unbilled accompanist or temporary addition to your band who will be joining you for NEFFA? If this event is scheduled, these people will not be simultaneously scheduled for other events in the same time slot. You can list one person here, then put any additional names in the comment section at the end. If this application is for a group, don't list the members here -- you'll receive a link by email that will allow you to manage your membership list.

What category best describes this particular application? *

Dance band proposing a session requiring no additional caller or teacher

Dance band proposing to play for a session led by a caller or teacher (who is not a member of the band)

Dance caller or teacher

Ritual dance (including morris, rapper, etc)

Dance performance (indoors)

Everything else (folk music, song, storytelling, lectures, discussions, etc)

The answer to this question may be different on other applications; please choose the option that best fits with this application only. Please note that dance bands and callers/dance leaders MUST SUBMIT SEPARATE APPLICATIONS unless the caller is in the band. If a caller wants to work with a specific band, they can specify that below.

Which Folk Music and Song committee would be best to evaluate your application? *

Participatory Jam (primarily instrumental)

Participatory Song (primarily vocal, with or without accompaniment)

Concert (focus on the applicant’s group)

Spoken Word (storytelling, presentation, discussion)

Applicants may wish to present more than one type of event, but for this application, you have to choose JUST one. If you would like to be considered for more than one type of event, PLEASE fill out another application!

Which dance committee would be best to evaluate your application? *

American Dance (contra, square, etc.)

International Line Dance (Balkan, Israeli, Breton, etc.)

English, Couples, and Other Dance (e.g. English, Scottish, Irish, Scandi, Polish, waltz, swing, blues, step dance, other)

Bands may wish to play for more than one type of dance event, but for this application, you have to choose JUST one. If you would like to be considered for more than one type of dancing, PLEASE fill out another application!

If you have a preference, what specific style or styles of dance would you like to play for? (optional)

Any information you give us here helps to match you with a caller or teacher.

Music preference *

This event needs a band

This event could use a band but I can provide recorded music if live music is not available

I prefer to use recorded music, which I will provide

NEFFA prefers to use live music whenever possible. Please note that callers/dance teachers must submit their own applications and dance bands must submit separate applications.

Preferred band (optional)

If you have a preference, please specify what band or bands you would prefer to work with. We may not be able to pair you with your preferred band. Again, note that the band must submit a separate application.

Do you need a CD player? *

Yes

No

Preferred caller/dance leader (optional)

If you have a preference, please specify what callers or dance leaders you would prefer to work with. We may not be able to pair you with your preferred callers or dance leaders. Note that the caller must submit a separate application, even if they are part of your group.

Conflicts and Preferences *

Please use this box to indicate any other scheduling preferences or potential conflicts. This includes other Morris teams or other NEFFA events/groups involving members of your team. Please use performer/group names as they have been listed on the grid, for example:

Different time from Best Band Ever
Not in same slot as Morris Team Z
Same day as Choral Group ABC

Availability *

These hours refer to the times that you are available to perform. Please note that the greater your availability, the greater the likelihood that you will be scheduled. If some times are better than others, mark them Preferred. You must make a selection for every timeslot.

Any time during the Festival is OK

Time	Friday			Saturday			Sunday
	Any time today			Any time today			Any time today
	No time today			No time today			No time today
	No	OK	Preferred	No	OK	Preferred	No	OK	Preferred
10am to 11am
11am to noon
noon to 1pm
1pm to 2pm
2pm to 3pm
3pm to 4pm
4pm to 5pm
5pm to 6pm
6pm to 7pm
7pm to 8pm
8pm to 9pm
9pm to 10pm
10pm to 11:30pm

What is your EVENT'S TITLE? (30 characters at most) *

Please be careful about avoiding spelling errors, and do not use all capital letters. This title will appear on the web Festival Schedule, the Paper Grid, and in the Program Book. When crafting an event title, please try to be descriptive, although cleverness is also welcome. The event title should be different from the group name (for example, don't use "[your name] in Concert") and should provide audience members with an idea of the theme. The Program Committee may change the title because of printing constraints or clarity issues.

Please describe your EVENT (NOT your group!) *

This is a description of this specific, proposed NEFFA session. This text will be read by Festival-goers. Please avoid spelling errors, and do not use all capital letters. Try to limit this description to no more than 30 words (fewer is better!). This description gives the Program Committee and Festival participants a more precise idea of what to expect from your event. This description should give additional information, and not be a repeat of the Event Title.

How many dancers? *

[Note to admins: we are no longer asking for dance performance stage directions in the public application. These fields are still visible to admins.]

How long? *

Country or region being showcased? *

Music begins ... *

before dancers enter.

as dancers enter.

after dancers are in position.

What props, if any? (optional)

Dancers enter from... *

Right

Left

Both

Event Type *

ENTERTAINMENT -- Events that people watch or listen to (concerts, performance, etc.).

CHAT -- The audience joins the presenter in discussing a topic of mutual interest.

PRESENTATION -- Events which demonstrate a skill or present material, as in a lecture.

GROUP PARTICIPATION -- Audience participation is the primary focus, as in group singing, jams, etc.

TEACHING FEATURED -- Participatory events that focus on teaching a particular skill.

PARTICIPATORY DANCING -- A leader provides walk-thrus and prompting.

NO INSTRUCTION -- Dances featuring no instruction or walk-thrus.

Level Code *

FAMILY-ORIENTED -- Participatory events geared to families and others who enjoy being with children

BEGINNER-FRIENDLY -- No experience assumed

SOME EXPERIENCE HELPFUL -- Basic knowledge assumed

EXPERIENCED -- Much experience assumed

Not applicable

These level codes indicate the intended level of experience or ability, especially for dance and teaching events.

What size room work for this event? *

We have rooms with capacities ranging from 80 to 1000.
Some can accommodate dancing, and one is a lecture hall with tiered seating.
Please describe what kind of rooms would work well for your event.

Do you need a sound system? *

No amplification needed

Self-service performer operated mic

Full sound system

Sound system requirements. (Write 'N/A' if you would not use a sound system even if one was available) *

If you are booked for a room with a full sound system, how many inputs do you expect to need, and for what instruments? Please provide as much information as you have at this time. You will not be held to this, but it will help us with our planning.

Do you need a piano? *

Yes

No

Are you willing to work with others on a shared event? (optional)

Yes

No

(NEFFA often gets applications for similar events.)

Video URL (optional)

If you would like to share a video of you/your group performing, please give us the url here. This is very helpful for us if you've not performed at NEFFA before or not in a while.

NEFFA Performer Application 2025

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Your name *

Your email address *

What is the best phone number at which to reach you? *

Should the performer for this event be listed as an individual, a duo, or a named group? *

Second performer name for duo *

Name of group? *

Other performers (besides group members) supporting this event (optional)

What category best describes this particular application? *

Which Folk Music and Song committee would be best to evaluate your application? *

Which dance committee would be best to evaluate your application? *

If you have a preference, what specific style or styles of dance would you like to play for? (optional)

Music preference *

Preferred band (optional)

Do you need a CD player? *

Preferred caller/dance leader (optional)

Conflicts and Preferences *

Availability *

What is your EVENT'S TITLE? (30 characters at most) *

Please describe your EVENT (NOT your group!) *

How many dancers? *

How long? *

Country or region being showcased? *

Music begins ... *

What props, if any? (optional)

Dancers enter from... *

Event Type *

Level Code *

What size room work for this event? *

Do you need a sound system? *

Sound system requirements. (Write 'N/A' if you would not use a sound system even if one was available) *

Do you need a piano? *

Are you willing to work with others on a shared event? (optional)

Video URL (optional)

Any additional questions, comments? (optional)

ADMIN: suppress importing this app? (optional)

ADMIN: COMMITTEE extra checks (optional)

ADMIN: COMMITTEE notes (optional)

ADMIN: COMMITTEE Rejection reason (optional)

ADMIN: COMMITTEE Rejection notes (optional)

ADMIN: Performer response notes (optional)