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This June, Second Life turns 16 and we’re planning some fun ways to celebrate the Second Life community as a whole, as well as the incredible live music community within SL.

In recent years we’ve taken the popular idea of music festivals and brought them into the virtual world - all the music, merriment, and good times without the sunburn. Last year marked the 4th Music Fest, and this year, things are going to be a little different! We do have a Music Faire that we’re very excited to announce! Like Music Fest, Music Faire is a way to enjoy a ton of live music within Second Life as part of the birthday celebrations.

We’re holding an audition showcase to highlight some of the musical talent in the Second Life community. Many of you have been performing for years in virtual venues all over the grid, and we’d love to have you come showcase your talent. All genres are welcome! From bands to solo acts, rock and roll to electronica - we encourage anyone to sign up for consideration.

The Second Life Music Faire is an opportunity to perform at one of the biggest celebrations in Second Life and will be held on June 21st and 22nd this year from 10 am until 4 pm SLT.

To sign up for an audition, please complete and submit the submission form no later than June 1st, 2019. While we encourage everyone to sign up, it is not a commitment on your part and does not guarantee a spot at the auditions. We will review all submissions and extend audition invitations via email and/or notecards to the designated contact. Each invited act will have a short audition time (5 minutes max) to play.

All Residents are welcome to participate in the auditions as audience members. Again, I can’t stress enough what a great time it is to see so many musicians perform and support one another! For those who are interested, the audition location will be shared in a future blog post. Showcase dates and times are as follows:

• May 27, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• May 28, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• May 29, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• May 30, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• May 31, 2019 6 AM - 3 PM (SLT)
• June 3, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• June 4, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• June 5, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• June 6, 2019 6 AM - 6 PM (SLT)
• June 7, 2019 6 AM - 3 PM (SLT)

See you inworld!

Please note that applications for Exhibitors and Performers have been extended through the end of the month and the applications for Merchants for the shopping event are open until June 1st.

• Exhibitor Application  - Applications close on May 31st, 2019  (Exhibitor Policies)

• Performer Application  - Applications close on May 31st, 2019 ( Performer Policies)

• Merchant Application - Applications close on June 1st, 2019