2016 Busker: No Fee Application

JUNE 11 – OCTOBER 8, 2016

Busker Rules and Regulations

St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce · 71 St. Albert Trail · Ph: 780-458-2833 · Fax: 780-458-6515

You must initial each line for understanding, acceptance, and full cooperation with the following

rules and regulations of the St. Albert Farmers’ Market. Failure to comply with these rules may

result in the forfeiture of your participation in the farmers’ market.

1. Buskers are required to check in at the Chamber booth no later than 9:45 a.m. ___________

2. Buskers are required to perform at the Market from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. _____________

3. Buskers will be assigned their allotted space by Market Administration. _______________

a. Musicians are required to rotate locations throughout the day as specified by

Market Administration. ____________

4. Only one busking group is permitted within listening distance of one another. __________

5. Buskers are permitted to receive donations from the public. __________

6. Should a Busker create a problem (ex: traffic concerns, noise, inappropriate behaviour, etc.)

as defined by the Market Manager, the Busker shall agree to abide by the decision of the

Market Administration. This may include immediate re-location or loss of busking privileges

and expulsion from the Market. __________

a. No refund will be provided for loss of busking privileges and expulsion from the

Market. __________

7. Parking is not permitted in the parking lot across from City Hall. Please see market staff for

approved parking lots.

8. Buskers are responsible for the dates they have been assigned. If the space will not be

utilized for a specific date, a minimum of 7 days advance notice must be given in writing. In

the event of an emergency or last minute cancellation, please notify the Market Manager at

the Chamber office (780-458-2833) up until 4:30 pm on the Friday, or on the Market Cell

after that time. (The cell number will be given to you with the confirmation of booking.)

The 2016 St. Albert Farmers’ Market is scheduled to run from June 11 to October 8, 2016.

Market hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This is a rain or shine, all weather market.

Definitions: “Busker: Fee” – Buskers that charge a fee to the public for their service or

performance. This includes musicians selling CD’s or other merchandise and face

painters, balloon artists, hair braiders, etc. charging a set price.

“Busker: No Fee” – Buskers that perform or offer a service at no charge to the

public. These buskers are permitted to ask for donations. This includes musicians

playing for tips and face painters, balloon artists, hair braiders, etc. asking for

donations.

If you are classified as a "Busker: No Fee", there will be no charge for participating in the Market.

Busking is a privilege that is meant to enhance the market environment. We encourage musicians

to play songs that are upbeat and lively. Buskers are required to have a large repertoire (at least 10

songs) available to play. Busking should never interfere with vendor/customer transactions.

Previous participation does not guarantee acceptance. All applications are subject to review and

approval by the Farmers’ Market Committee.

Musicians must include an example of their work with the application (ex: CD, YouTube

video, web link)

Musicians must provide a ½ hour minimum set list (longer is accepted and welcomed),

and provide a general description of the genres they play.

Volume is subject, at all times, to the market Managers’ discretion

We reserve the right to limit market size and reject applications with or without reason. Decisions

of the Farmers’ Market Committee are final. You will be notified in writing of your acceptance

into the market.

2016 Busker: No Fee Application

St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce · 71 St. Albert Trail · Ph: 780-458-2833 · Fax: 780-458-6515

PROSPECTIVE BUSKER: NO FEE APPLICATION FORM

Please fill out the following information:

Busker Business Name: _____________________________________________________________

Personal Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________________ Postal Code: ________________________________

Home Phone: ___________________________ Cell Phone: _________________________________

Email: _________________________________ Website: ___________________________________

Facebook: ______________________________Twitter: ___________________________________

YouTube Channel: __________________________________________________________________

Have you been a busker at this market in the past? If so, which years: _______________________

In which format are you submitting your audition material? ________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Description of Equipment Used (ex: amplifier, microphone) ** Please note there is NO POWER

available. ________________________________________________________________________

Description of Product, Service for Sale or Type of Entertainment:

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

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2016 Busker: No Fee Application

St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce · 71 St. Albert Trail · Ph: 780-458-2833 · Fax: 780-458-6515

Please choose the market dates that you would like to attend for the 2016 season:

June 11 July 2 August 6 September 3 October 1

June 18 July 9 August 13 September 10 October 8

June 25 July 16 August 20 September 17

July 23 August 27 September 24

July 30

Please return the completed application to the Farmers’ Market Committee at the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce. You can mail, fax, or email your application to: St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce, 71 St. Albert Trail, St. Albert AB T8N 6L5 Fax: 780-458-6515 Phone: 780-458-2833 Email: farmersmarket@stalbertchamber.com

Please note that during Market Season, the Market staff work Tuesday – Saturday.

2016 Busker: No Fee Application

St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce · 71 St. Albert Trail · Ph: 780-458-2833 · Fax: 780-458-6515

St. Albert Farmers’ Market Application Quick Checklist:

Application Form

Submit a photo of you busking or performing your craft

Audition material or links to access your audition

Congratulations! You have completed the application process to participate in the 2016 St. Albert

Farmers’ Market! All applications will be reviewed by our Farmers’ Market Committee. If you are

selected, you will receive a confirmation package by mail and/or email. Depending on the number

of applications we receive, process approval times will vary.

For more information please visit our website at www.stalbertfarmersmarket.com, email us at

farmersmarket@stalbertchamber.com or give us a call at the St. Albert & District Chamber of

Commerce at 780-458-2833. You can also follow our updates on social media through Facebook

(/StAlbertFarmersMarket), Twitter (@StAlbertMarket), Instagram (@StAlbertMarket), Google+ and

YouTube, and Pinterest (/StAlbertChamber/St-Albert-Farmers-Market).

I am eligible, have read, understand and agree to comply with all Market Rules and Regulations as

specified by the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market Committee.

In order to comply with the Personal Information Protection Act: I give consent for the St. Albert &

District Chamber of Commerce to disclose my name, company name and/or telephone number to

those persons inquiring about my product(s), and for promotion of the St. Albert Farmers’ Market. I

also give permission for photos of me busking to be used in promoting the Farmers' Market.

Signature: _________________________________ Date: ________________________________

2016 Busker: No Fee Application

St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce · 71 St. Albert Trail · Ph: 780-458-2833 · Fax: 780-458-6515

I am eligible, have read, understand and agree to comply with all Busker Rules and Regulations as

specified by the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market Committee.

In order to comply with the Personal Information Protection Act: I give consent to the St. Albert &

District Chamber of Commerce to disclose my name, company name and/or telephone number to

those persons inquiring about my product(s) and services. I also give permission for photos of me to

be used in promoting the Farmers' Market.

Signature: _______________________________ Date: ________________________________