Good luck to all who are involved. Until the dust settles and winners are declared, EVERYONE has a chance to come out on top! Remember that when you are preparing.
Work towards making music, not just amazing feats of technical virtuosity. We all need great musical inspiration in this world, and you folks have a terrific opportunity to demonstrate musicianship, not just "higher, louder, faster, with more notes."
Best of luck, and we'll see you in August!
David Spies