Q: If I play a cover of a popular song on my own instrument, or sing lyrics of a popular song, do I still need to get permission to use the song?

A: Yes, you still need to get permission to use the song because you did not compose the original music or write the original lyrics.

 

Q: I am a student. Do I need a teacher or parent/guardian to accompany me at the festival and workshops?

A: Yes! Please chat with your teacher and/or parent(s)/guardians about attending the festival. Students must be accompanied by a teacher sponsor/adult chaperone at the workshops and festival. The BCSFF is not responsible for students once they leave the workshop and awards gala venues.

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Q: I am a teacher. Can I pop into the workshops and check them out?

A: Yes, definitely! 

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Q: Do teachers have to pay for workshop registration?

A: No.

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Q: Can I take the same workshop twice in one day?

A: No. To allow as many people as possible to experience what we have to offer, you must select different workshops.

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Q: What if I don't want to select a backup option? 

A: In the event a workshop is sold out and your first option is not available, and you have not selected a backup, we will put you in the next available workshop.

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Q: What is included with my registration fee?

A: If you register for the 2-day event, your registration includes 4 workshops, lunch on Friday, morning snacks both days, and entry into the Awards Gala. If you register for Friday only, your registration includes 3 workshops, lunch, morning snacks, and entry into the Awards Gala. If you register for Saturday only, your registration includes 1 workshop, a morning snack, and entry into the Awards Gala.

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Q: I got my workshop schedule and I am not in the same workshop as my friend! Can I change which workshop I am in so we can be in the same one?

A: Unfortunately space is super limited. We do our best to give you your first workshop picks, but sometimes we have to put you in a different time slot of your preferred workshop to accommodate scheduling needs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!

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Q: Does the BCSFF offer any accommodation discounts?

A: Unfortunately we do not offer any discounts on accommodation. Teachers/schools are responsible for securing accommodations. Check out our accommodations page for some of the more affordable options in Vancouver.

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