What if I ordered my scores and they aren't here yet??

You can make copies of the scores for the judges as long as all 5 criteria below are met. For proof of purchase, a copy of the purchase order is now acceptable. However, the title of the work purchased must be on the purchase order. e.g. The PO can't say "concert music" to be accepted as proof of purchase of back-ordered scores. An email or letter from the music company showing proof of purchase is also acceptable.

If you are making emergency photo-copied scores, please attach your proof of purchase (or letter) to the top of each copied score. 

(a) COMPLIANCE: Compliance with current copyright law is required of all participants in UIL music events.  Violations are subject to the penalties outlined in Sections 27 and 29.

(b) REPRODUCED COPIES OF MUSIC. Reproduced copies of published, copyrighted music scores will be accepted for UIL music events provided the following conditions are met:

(1) the reproduction of scores is an emergency and is made without purpose to avoid purchase of music;

(2) the reproduction shows the notice of copyright;

(3) proof is provided that a purchase order for the procurement of copyrighted scores has been initiated or a statement by the copyright holder granting permission to use photocopied scores is submitted to the Executive Secretary or event chair prior to the performance;

(4) certification that reproduced scores will be destroyed immediately following use; and

(5) individuals or schools whose groups perform copyrighted and/ or music requiring royalty are responsible for conforming to all rules and regulations pertaining to the performance of copyrighted music.