The "Rockstar Experience" program consists of eight rehearsal sessions, each being 3 hours in duration, plus one initial jam event, one dress rehearsal event, and one live performance event.
Participants are coached by professional musicians (certified by the proprietors of Rockstar Experience) to provide musical direction and guidance.
If you decide to participate in Rockstar Experience, the following general Terms and Conditions will apply:
You acknowledge that "Rockstar Experience" is an educational program, and that the results realised are ultimately based on your own commitment to practice and learn the material provided.
Your acceptance into Rockstar Experience will depend on your musical experience and knowledge. For example, if you have never played the drums, we cannot accept you as a drummer until you have some basic skills. This will be assessed at an initial program "jam event", the date of which will be notified when you initially register. If you are not ready to take on the program, we can suggest paths for you to take in order to participate in future program/s. Following are the minimum requirements you should consider when signing up. Please review the requirements for your
instrument(s) carefully. If needed, review the list with your private
or school music teacher.
Vocals
:: the ability to sing a basic major scale in tune.
:: the ability to sing a rock song, in tune.
Electric Guitar
:: be able to tune your guitar using an electronic tuner.
:: be able to play the most common open chords such as C, G, D, E, A, Dm, Em, Am, etc.
:: be able to play power chords
:: be able to play a song all the way through
Bass
:: be able to tune your bass using an electronic tuner.
:: know all the note names on all strings up to the 12th fret.
:: be able to play a song all the way through.
Drums
:: be able to play a simple backbeat
:: be able to play a simple “four on the floor” beat
:: be able to play a one bar fill, in time.
:: be able to play through a song, in time.
If you are unsure of your abilities regarding the above requirements, please call us on 0488 762 578 to talk further.
If we cannot provide you with the experience of your choice, you may cancel registration, or defer it until you are ready to take on the Rockstar challenge
You agree to make a personal commitment to put forth your best effort in order to successfully complete the program and support your fellow band mates.
You agree to practice your agreed songs at home during the preceding week - the purpose of rehearsal is to solidify the performance as a group.
You agree to attend all scheduled sessions, and to participate fully. Please note that due to the unique nature of this program, missed rehearsals will incur a charge of $150 per session, plus your normal weekly payment, which covers the cost of us replacing you with one of our coaches. If you are ill and unable to attend rehearsal, please contact us as soon as you are able, so we are able to make other arrangements. You will not be charged a penalty rate for being ill, but your normal fee of $60 is still payable for missed rehearsals. We may request a doctor's certificate.
Price and Payment
Rockstar Experience is charged on a weekly basis, at a cost of $60 per rehearsal
All 8 rehearsals are charged, as well as the practice gig
The initial jam event and the final performance are free of charge
Unless otherwise agreed expressly by management, payment is strictly by credit card only
We will record your card details when we confirm your place at the initial jam event, will take a $60 deposit, and will process weekly charges from the first Friday night rehearsal, until the second last rehearsal session. You may also elect to pay the full amount of $540 up front at the jam session, either by cash or by credit card.
In the event that your card is declined, any charges relating to recovery of costs by Rockstar Experience will be payable by you
Cancellations
If you choose to cancel your participation for any reason, the following terms apply
Cancellation prior to program commencement:
If you cancel at least 21 days prior to program commencement, you will be refunded any payments you have made in full.
If you cancel within 14 days of the program commencement date, a cancellation charge of $60 will apply.
After we have received your cancellation, we will credit your card or refund your bank account with the full value you have paid, less any owed cancellation payment, no later than 30 days from the date of receipt;
Cancellation after program commencement:
If you cannot continue with the program due to illness, we will provide you with a replacement position in a future round. Weekly fees already paid will not be refundable
If for any reason we decide that it is not in your, or your band members' best interests to continue with the program, the above refund policies will also apply.
Other
Photographs and video footage will be taken throughout the 8 week program and live performances
By registering as a participant, you are giving your permission for your likeness to be used for marketing and promotional purposes by Rockstar Experience
If you do not want your image or likeness used in future marketing, please tell us in writing prior to the program commencement.
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING MINORS (UNDER 18's)
Rockstar Experience provides coaching to musicians over the age of 12.
All certified coaches hold current Victorian Working With Children Checks and these can be provided on request.
Please note that when you enrol your child in our program, we have a number of expectations as follows:
Any child under the age of 18 must be dropped off at the studio by a responsible adult, by 6.45pm each week
All children must be picked up after rehearsal (10.00pm) by a responsible adult. Please note that under no circumstances will we allow anyone under the age of 18 to travel home unaccompanied after rehearsal.
If you are unable to commit a responsible adult to collect your child after rehearsal, we regretfully cannot accept your child into the program.
