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π₯ 2026 Rialto Theater Battle of the Beats π₯π Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
β° Time: 2:00 PM (Contestants arrive by 1:30 PM)
π Location: Rialto Theater, 209 W. Main St, Florence, CO 81226
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π΅ Whatβs Happening:
Get ready for Battle of the Beats β a high-energy live drum solo competition for Kids (10β18) and Adults (18+)! Perform on provided drum kits, show your skills, and jam with fellow musicians. After the competition, enjoy an open jam session and network with music pros.
π Event Info: https://www.valeriecarricato.com/2026-battle-of-the-beats.html
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π Sign Up (Required for Contestants):
β’ Kids (10β18): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA0k3B1-3tVnQzyEYi2iGbMtnEZ2ES_fMgClFCxqYGoWP7Ng/viewform
β’ Adults (18+): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtWmXuGeuHzD_d2EVuUTSNDH6to1it1ZBnuHhL_Xf6X11Cmg/viewform
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π Rules & Info:
β’ Check-In: 1:30 PM sharp (late arrivals may lose their spot).
β’ Gear: Bring only sticks, throne, and pedal. Alternate/left-handed setups must be requested in advance.
β’ Judging: Timing, Showmanship, Musicality/Dynamics, Creativity (Judges: Valerie Carricato & Jerry Bosquet).
β’ Prize Packs: Every contestant gets one!
Kids Division (10β18): π§
β’ 90-second maximum solo
β’ Warm-up area downstairs (contact in advance if needed)
Winner takes home a Sabian Crash Cymbal for the under 18 category
Adult Division (18+): π©βπ€π¨βπ€
β’ 2 minutes 30 seconds maximum solo
β’ Warm-up area downstairs (contact in advance if needed)
Winner takes home a Dixon Snare Drum for the adult category
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π Spectators Welcome:
β’ FREE admission!
β’ Concessions available
β’ Free drum swag
β’ Sabian Cymbal Giveaway
β’ $100 Denver Percussion gift card
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β’ 10% off Denver Percussion coupons
πΆ Networking & Sponsors:
β’ Meet reps from Dixon Drums, Denver Percussion, Sabian Cymbals, Quantum Echo Productions, and the Historic Rialto Theater
β’ Discover talent, talk gear, and connect with other musicians
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β Questions? Contact Valerie Carricato: 719-434-0082
π₯ Hit βGoingβ and register now β spots are limited!
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Rialto Theater, 209 W. Main St,Florence, Colorado, United States
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