With IMMERSE just 2 DAYS away, we know that there are questions out there! We have written this post to help answer some, but don’t hesitate to email or call the GMA staff to get your specific questions answered!

Is the schedule for IMMERSE posted?
Yes! The final IMMERSE schedule can be see here.

Is there a map of Belmont?
Yes again! The map can be viewed here.

Where do I need to go on Wednesday?
Registration sign in starts on Wednesday at 830AM, and will take place in the Maddox Grand Atrium (same place as last year if you joined us in ’09). This is #5 on the above map.

Where do I need to go if I am checking into the dorms on Tuesday?
You will need to go to Kennedy Hall no earlier than 3PM – Kennedy is #2 on the map. Then you will need to go to registration on Wednesday starting at 830AM.

I signed up for a competition, what time am I competing?
Britt and Kelly in the competition office are working SUPER hard at getting everyone assigned and made aware of their times. If for some reason you have not heard from one of them, feel free to drop them a line to find out your time. Or you can always wait until you get onsite and check with them there!

I signed up for a field trip but have no selected which one, what do I do?
Our office is working to announce those prior to your arrival, but in the off chance you have not selected your field trip before you get to IMMERSE that is no big deal! Just head over to the competition table at registration and you will be able to select it there.

I’m staying in the dorm, what do I need to bring?
For all of you who are staying in the dorms and wondering what to bring, there will be a linen pack for each of you that includes:
- top sheet
- bottom sheet
- pillow
- pillowcase
- blanket
- 2 wash cloths
- two towels
Also, the dorms have semi-lofted beds, desk with chair, individual A/C units, and free WiFi.

We are looking forward to see each and everyone one of you! Again, if you have any questions feel free to drop anyone of us a line, or even hit IMMERSE up on Facebook or Twitter and someone will get back to you!

Check out the “ARTIST/SPEAKER” page with a whole lot of bios and pictures of people going to be at IMMERSE! Also, be sure to check out the “TRAIN” page to see a complete break down for IMMERSE to see what these people are doing at IMMERSE!

Want to stay off campus but still be close? Our friends at the Scarritt Bennett are opening up their doors to IMMERSE registrants for a great rate! They have provided a PDF with some more info on their facilities.

We are currently announcing class titles and teachers as we get programming in from our industry professionals! To find out about who is coming to teach/perform at IMMERSE, head to the ARTIST/SPEAKER page on the website! To find out about class titles and those teachers, head to the TRAIN page on the website!

We have been saying that we have BIG updates coming, and here we go!

I) As some of you figured out, Dave Barnes will be coming and performing at IMMERSE! We are absolutely thrilled to bring you guys such a talented artist and musician at IMMERSE – Dave just released a new album called “What We Want, What We Get” which debuted at #4 on Billboard’s Top Christian Charts! If you are unfamiliar with his work, you can check out Dave at these following sites:

Official Website: www.davebarnes.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/davebarnesmusic
twitter: www.twitter.com/davebarnesmusic
iTunes: “What We Want, What We Get”

II) Next, we are thrilled to be able to begin to announce some classes titles and teachers to you guys! All IMMERSE classes are created and taught by industry professionals

Panel Discussion: How the State of the Industry Affects You.
David Breen (The Breen Agency-booking), Josh Bailey (Word-A&R), Holly Zabka (Provident- publishing), Beka Tischer (Razor & Tie-publishing)

Heart and Mind of An Artist – Equipping an Artist For a Healthy and Prosperous Career
Moderated by John Mays; Jim Thomas (Pastor, Village Chapel), Stephen James (Sage Hill Institute)

Women in Songwriting
Jennie Lee Riddle, Sarah Hart, Christa Wells, Ginny Owens

We will continue to announce more classes titles over the next couple days and weeks!

III) Lastly, we have extended the current registration deadline! We had previously announced that the current price of $299 per person was only good though April 30th, but we have extended it until May 31st (a whole extra month if you need it!). You can still register online for IMMERSE by going to www.experienceimmerse.com/register.

Be on the look out for more classes, chances to win special opportunities at IMMERSE, and even a way to become even more involved in the IMMERSE process!