A: In order to receive full admission to all CMJ events, including panel discussions, keynotes, performances, films and more, there is only one pass available - the general attendee or student attendee CMJ Music Marathon badge. Admission to all events is based on a first-come, first-served basis, due to room/club/theater capacities. CMJ Music Marathon badges are valid for all four days and nights of the festival. Most CMJ-sponsored showcases and Films are open to the public (there are exceptions) and tickets to each individual event are available through the venue's box office. For special badge offers please click here. -- CLOSE

A: Individual club policies remain in full effect during CMJ. In other words, if a club is usually 21 and over, it will remain so during CMJ. The best way to find out is to call the club directly and inquire about their age policy. -- CLOSE

A: The fee is $35US. Acceptance notification begins July 11, 2005. -- CLOSE

A: As you can well imagine, it takes quite some time to place all the bands, but we do our best to confirm bands as quickly as possible. All the updates on showcase placements will be available at cmj.com as soon as shows are confirmed. The site will be updated frequently prior to the event. A complete schedule is printed in the CMJ Music Marathon Festival Guide, which comes in your registration goodie bag. The registration bags can be picked up during registration hours at conference headquarters. -- CLOSE

A: Signed, unsigned, indie, major, local, national or international - your band's affiliation or label status has no bearing on your eligibility to play. We get thousands of submissions, from which we select hundreds to play - on the merits of their music and nothing else. -- CLOSE

A: Volunteer positions are open to everyone, although it's helpful to reside in the New York Metropolitan area. For more information contact volunteers@cmj.com -- CLOSE

A: We offer special discounts for students with a valid college ID, including early registration and multiple registration discounts. Check here for rates. -- CLOSE

A: We offer multiple registration discounts for industry people check here for rates. -- CLOSE

A: Cash (at walk-up only), check (payable to CMJ Music Marathon), money order, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express. Payment must be in US funds drawn on US banks only. -- CLOSE

A: CMJ will send you a confirmation letter/receipt once your registration is processed. If you register using the online form, you will receive an email confirmation. -- CLOSE

A: Badges cannot be replaced. You will have to purchase a new badge at full price (so look really hard). -- CLOSE

A: New York City has one of the world's best mass transit systems. There are buses and taxis, as well as the famous New York City Subway System. Subway Map -- CLOSE

A: All performing band members receive complimentary registrations. Managers, labels and other business affiliates are not eligible. -- CLOSE

A: Your badge can be picked up in Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, 65th Street and Columbus Avenue, New York City. All badges must be picked up during one of these times:

Wednesday	9/14	10:00 AM   to   8:00 PM
Thursday	9/15	10:00 AM   to   6:00 PM
Friday	9/16	10:00 AM   to   6:00 PM
Saturday	9/17	11:00 AM   to   2:00 PM

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Multiple Badge pick-up must be requested in writing by August 31, 2005. Please note there will be separate lines at registration for multi-badge pick-up. Please address requests for showcasing bands multi-badge pick-up to showcase2005@cmj.com. All other requests should go to registration05@cmj.com. -- CLOSE