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ECLIPSE TRUMPETS CONTEST 2007




I have kept the requirements mostly the same as last year with
just a few small changes.
I have tried to think of different things but every time i do it tends
to restrict some folks from entering for different reasons, so I see
this as the best way

Here we go!


Below are 4 tasks.
2 must be chosen and completed from the list of 4 for your entry to be valid.
Tasks "A" and "B" are mandatory for all entrants.

This means that if one particular task does not happen to be one of
your strong points, then you can avoid it.


THE TASKS:-

1. THE FUNNY PHOTO

I want unusual photos that include a trumpet, flugel or cornet. The
instrument does not have to be yours.As long as the picture has one of
these 3 instruments included in it somewhere.

Many folks have chosen this task over the last few years and pictures
they have entered are available to see in the archives i think, so try
and be original if this is to be one of your chosen tasks.

It must be taken by you and be original, pictures taken from the
internet will be disqualified.
You must post this picture on your entry. If you dont have a place to
host the picture then tootsall has that covered (PM him)
Please note: only one photo in this section
The photo must be organic as such, no photoshop or editing with any
photo gadgets! just as it is taken please.

This photo must be kept and sent to me in England should you win.


2. THE STORY

I want you to write a story for us, it can be about anything you like!

Make us Cry, make us laugh, make us think you need a shrink! (you do
anyway as you are a trumpet player)
Whatever you want.
This must be an original story, not taken from any other source other
than your own mind or it will be disqualified.
I want a hand written version sent to me in England should you win.


3. BACK TO SCHOOL

I want you to make me a model of a trumpet.(it doesn't have to play)
It can be any size but made from general things that you can find.
For example candy tubes, hose etc etc
You can paint it,spray it,dress it up in any way you want.
Then name it.
A picture of it must be posted on your entry, again help with hosting
the picture should not be too much of a problem.
No normal trumpet parts may be used!!! but anything else.
Please note: only one picture of the finished item per entry!!! you
can put a link to other pics showing the build process if you wish,
but only one finished picture of it on the entry please
This model should be kept and sent to me in England should you win.


4. A POEM OR LIMERICK

I want you to write a poem or limerick that is trumpet related in some way.
Choose a poem OR a limerick, NOT both.
It can be as long or short as you want.
Again only original work will be accepted, so only your own thoughts please.
A hand written copy must be sent to England should you win.


Okay that's the 4 tasks!

Remember we only want you to pick 2 of them to do.
What 2 you pick makes no difference in the judging, we will be judging
on merit for each persons entry.

A) MANDATORY : All entrants must put forward a written explanation
from a friend, mother, father, teacher etc etc as to why THEY think
you should win this contest.
The winners will be checked!!!!!
B) Please explain to us the most fantastic moment in your playing life so far.
It could be a playing experience or meeting a player ,hearing them
play,a funny moment, Anything related to the world of music and
trumpets that you have experienced.


THE RULES:



1. No copying of previous years entries.... they are a matter of
public record and will be checked!
2. Only 1 entry per person.Anyone using 2 names will be disqualified.
3. The judges ruling is final.
4. Each entrant must have their entry completed in full by the closing
date given below. Entries after this date cannot be entered.
5. The FIRST person posting a particular idea/concept etc. OWNS the idea.
6. You can update/change/alter/add to your entry as many times as you
feel necessary up until the contest close.




Something else may crop up but that is it for rules at this stage,
i'll update as i am made aware of anything.


This is all about having a bit of fun and having a laugh.

We do not have any fees or charges to enter this contest so why not have a go?
I will point out that in every contest we have held, none of the
actual winners thought their entry strong enough to win!!! So just
have a go !!

The contest is open as of now so get going!

CLOSING DATE : Sunday 6th May at 10pm UK time

The prize is made as i am sure you are aware and will be shown here as
soon as it is completed in its finish.
We had problems with our plater having a break in and it has put us
back a bit, but i thought i better get you guys up and running as soon
as i could.
Pictures should be up by friday okay
I'd like to see as many folks as possible make the effort this year
with entries, it's not that difficult to get something together.


I wish each and every one of you the very best of luck!


Regards

Leigh Mckinney