There is still time for Brazos Valley bands to apply for the inaugural Summer Sunset Series Showcase presented by KBTX and the Downtown Bryan Association. Auditions are open to all bands, big and small. Winners will have the opportunity to perform at the Summer Sunset Series at The Palace Theater during June and July. Winners will also be featured on the Free Music Friday segment of KBTX’s 4pm show the day of the concert.
The Downtown Bryan Association is excited to announce the addition of cash prizes for each of the four bands that are selected to play at the Palace Theatre. The four wining bands will receive $500 each.
“We are excited to partner with KBTX for this new design of the Summer Sunset Series to showcase music talent from across the Brazos Valley,” says Katelyn Brown, Senior Events Coordinator of the Downtown Bryan Association. “We are thrilled to promote the arts, music and culture of our community and this is a great opportunity for local musicians to be featured in our annual Summer Sunset Series concerts.”
"For eight years, Free Music Friday on First News at Four has given local talent a way to showcase their music to thousands of Brazos Valley viewers. Now, we're proud to partner with Downtown Bryan's Summer Sunset Series to expand the definition of 'Free Music Friday' by giving residents the opportunity to see these performances live and in person," says Kathleen Witte, KBTX anchor and reporter.
Online applications are now open through March 31. To audition, bands must submit an online application complete with a video. A committee will then judge the applicants based on certain criteria and the top four will be selected to play at the Palace Theater in June and July. Winners will also be featured on KBTX’s Free Music Friday during the 4pm broadcast.
For more information and to apply, visit www.downtownbryan.com/event/summer-sunset-series-video-auditions or call the Downtown Bryan Association at (979) 822-4920.
