Frequently Asked Questions:

• Who can compete for my school?

  • Students presently attending your school in Grades 8 through 12

• May I enter more than one group?

  • Yes, but only one group can be ranked in the team standings for the event

• May instruments other that percussion equipment be used during the performance?

  • Yes the following may be used in the competition
    • Keyboards
    • Guitars

• Will food be available at the event (concession stand)?

  • Food trucks will be on site for concessions and lunch orders
  • The lunch order forms need to be turned in to the food trucks after you check in for the event.

• Will bathrooms be open at the event site for students to change clothes?

  • Yes, Restrooms will be open at the field and the stadium.

• Will there be a trainer or medical personnel on site during the contest?

  • A trainer will be provided by our partner Southwest Medical

• Is there a charge for admission at the event?

  • There is no charge for admission

• Is there a way for people to watch or listen who cannot attend the event?

  • The event will be broadcast on TAPPS TV
  • The event will be broadcast on TAPPS RADIO

• Will there be a photographer at the event and pictures available afterwards?

  • There will be photographer on site
  • Pictures will be made available through our partner – Vidigami

• Will there be memorabilia commemorating the event available?

  • Yes, TEAM IP will be on site with DRUMLINE T-SHIRTS and TAPPS 2.0 GEAR

•  Is there a plan in the event of bad weather during the competition?

  • Yes, TAPPS monitors the weather conditions at all events with the help of our partners, Earth Networks.
  • The TAPPS staff will have reviewed the Emergency Action Plan for the facilities and directors will be notified in advance of procedures