The Cleburne Education Foundation supports CISD students and teachers in their continuing journey toward excellence through grants, some of which are made possible by the generous donors to Nashville Lights. These outstanding songwriters and artists promise an evening of pure pleasure as they perform their own creations and share the stories behind the music made hits by the top country music artists.In addition to having all these outstanding songwriters and artists performing, the show will be opened by up-and-coming Texas singer/songwriters. To do that we are holding an open mic audition, where we will listen to a sample of your music to determine if you will get to join our lineup. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to get to perform at Nashville Lights!

Open Mic Application

Applicant's nameName of Parent/Guardian (if performer is minor)BirthdateAddressCity, State & Zip CodePhone NumberEmailEmail of Parent/Guardian (if applicable)I hereby consent that video, photographs, and/or audio recordings made may be used by the Cleburne Education Foundation (CEF), its assigns or successors, in whatever way they desire, including television and the CEF website, for the purpose of publicity free and clear of any claim whatsoever on my part.I understand that obscene, offensive, defamatory language is grounds for immediate disqualification. The judges and/or the moderator may raise an objection to lyrics at any time. The decision of the moderator is final. I will choose my song carefully. If selected as the winner, I agree to perform at the Nashville Lights event on the evening of October 17 2024, attend sound check at 4:00 PM, help with publicity as able, and provide all requested information in a timely manner. The Contestant named above, along with his or her parent or guardian, covenants and agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Cleburne Education Foundation (CEF) and/or its representatives from and against any and all claims, suits, losses, judgments, and liabilities including any investigation, legal, and other expenses incurred in connection with and any amount paid in settlement of any claim, action, suit, or proceeding (collectively called “Losses”), to which CEF and/or its representatives may become subject based in any manner on Contestant’s participation in CEF Nashville Lights Talent Search. This right to indemnification is in addition to any other right available to CEF and/or its representatives.By entering your name in the box below, you are effectively providing your signature, indicating that all the information on this form is true and accurate, to the best of your knowledge:Parent Name (if applicable)

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COME ENJOY GREAT MUSIC!

The Cleburne Education Foundation invites you to the annual singer/songwriter music event. Come and hear your favorite country songs and experience the backstory from the writers. Nashville Lights showcases the talents of highly acclaimed Nashville songwriter/singers. In addition, the show will be opened by up-and-coming Texas singer/songwriters.

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