Calling all Musicians…
It’s time to Rock the Music Hall 2025

BE THE BEST!
Compete in Tarrytown Music Hall’s Premier Band Competition

Enter by August 1, 2025

Selected finalists will perform live on the Tarrytown Music Hall stage for a panel of industry professionals
on September 6, 2025 at 7 PM

About Rock The Hall 2025

• The competition is open to bands who perform any musical genre.
• Bands at any stage of their musical pursuits may enter provided they are currently not signed to a major label.
• If any band member is under 18 years of age, they must provide written consent from a parent or guardian.
• Participating band members may not be employed by or related to any employee or sponsor of the Tarrytown Music Hall.
• Bands will perform at least 2 original songs. One cover is permitted but the band must make the song their “own.”
• Bands will perform no longer than a 15-minute set.
• Entrants must be able to perform their songs live. Pre-recorded tracks are not permitted.

Important Rock the Hall 2025 Competition Dates

• Entries are due by Midnight on August 1, 2025.
• Semifinalists will be notified of their acceptance into the live finals by August 15, 2025.
• Bands must be available to perform live on September 6, 2025.

The Rock the Hall 2025 Prize Package for the winner:

• Live performance at an upcoming music event in the Hudson Valley
• Expert coaching
• … more to come

How to Enter Rock the Hall 2025

• To be considered, send mp3 recordings or web links to audio recordings for two original songs, each under 6 minutes in length, PLUS link to a video recording of a live performance, elisa@HearItThere.com.
  The following contact information must accompany your entry: Band’s Name, Email & Phone Number
• There is a $25 application fee. Pay the application fee here. 
• By entering the competition, you’re assuring us that, if selected, your entire band will be available to perform on the evening of September 6th, starting at 7 PM.
• We must receive your files or web links no later than August 1, 2025, at 11:59 pm.
• A screening committee will review all entries, select the finalists and notify all entrants of their decision by August 15, 2025.