Deadlines
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
The deadline to register for all SAML competitions and events will be the
Saturday prior to the event at 11:00 P.M. PST unless specified otherwise.
*No exceptions will be made for late registrations.
LINEUPS
Competition lineups will be posted on the
Wednesday prior to the competition at 6:00 P.M. PST
REGISTRATION REFUND/TRANSFER POLICY
Once registrations for a contest at the Student Academy of Musical Leaders are closed, all registrations for that contest are deemed final, non-refundable, and non-transferrable.
Requests for transfers and refunds must be submitted to admin@sa-ml.org prior to the competition's deadline to be considered. We strongly advise participants to thoroughly consider their other obligations before registering.
For any queries or exceptional circumstances, individuals may contact us at admin@sa-ml.org. We are here to assist you.
Performance Time Request Policy
At the Student Academy of Musical Leaders (SAML), we value transparency and fairness in all our events. To ensure smooth coordination and equal opportunities for all participants, we have established the following policy regarding performance time requests:
What is a Performance Time Request?
A Performance Time Request (PTR) allows participants to specify their preferred time slot for their performance during SAML contests and events. By submitting a performance time request, participants can communicate their scheduling preferences to SAML administration.
PTR Submission Guidelines
All performance time requests must be submitted either during the registration process or via email to admin@sa-ml.org prior to the registration deadline for the respective contest or event.
Requests must include the preferred time slot and any relevant details or preferences to be considered. If a reason is not provided, the request will automatically be denied without further communication to the participant.
Submitting a comprehensive PTR request doesn't automatically guarantee accommodation. This is because several factors come into play when evaluating requests, including but not limited to scheduling conflicts, resource availability, and alignment with organizational priorities. While we strive to accommodate all requests, there may be instances where certain factors prevent us from fulfilling them. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility in such situations.
Deadline Adherence
All requests must be submitted before the registration deadline specified for the contest or event. Late submissions will not be considered, and participants will be scheduled based on availability without consideration of their preferences.
Exceptions
We understand that life happens. Exceptions to this policy may be granted only under exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of SAML administration. Such exceptions will be rare and will require compelling justification.