Cowboy Poetry Recordings

 

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In response to continued strong interest and increased requests, the Will Rogers Medallion Award Committee is pleased to announce that a category for Cowboy Poetry Recordings has been added to our contest categories. Cowboy poets wishing to enter are requested to submit five copies of their CD, together with an entry fee of $45, to:

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WRMA Medallion Award Contest

c/o Laurie Cockerell

5313 Santa Marie Ave.

Fort Worth, TX 76114

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The CDs will be submitted to a panel of judges according to the following criteria:

 

Content (70 Points)

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Is the poetry interesting and entertaining? (0-40 points)                            ________

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Does the poetry reflect Cowboy or Ranching life? (0-10)                           ________

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Is the poetry technically well done? (0-20)                                                 ________

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Presentation (30 points)                                                                         

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If music is added, does it fit and add value? (0-10)                                   ________

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Is the language suitable? (within poetic usage) ? (0-5)                             ________

  

Is the poetry clear and understandable? (0-10)                                        ________

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Is the packaging (j-card, case, credits, etc.) acceptable? (0-5)               ________

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Submissions are restricted to releases from the immediate past year.

Spoken word CDs will be considered upon prior arrangement with the Committee.