GTiYO Registration Form

Membership Information

Student Travel Information

Parent / Guardian Information

Membership Commitment Contract

As a member of the Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra, I understand that my participation in the orchestra is voluntary. I further understand that by accepting membership, I also accept the guidelines and responsibilities of membership. I also understand that the success of the orchestra depends upon my active, conscientious involvement as a member. In addition, I understand that my attendance and participation is vital to the success of the Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra and my own personal development. My music folder will be made available to me by the GTIYO music director once my commitment form and membership fee are filed. These are to be returned to Mr. Song following each concert season. I agree to wear my practice shirt each week and to official GTIYO events including international travel. My formal orchestra attire including white shirt, black vest, black dress pants and black shoes will be worn for each concert and special performances. By clicking below, I agree to abide by the guidelines of the GTIYO, I accept the responsibilities of being a member of the GTIYO and I will behave in such a manner to represent the orchestra well before the public, my family and my peers.

I have thoroughly read and discussed this information with my parents/guardians and we show joint acceptance of my commitment to the Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra as indicated by clicking "I Agree" below.

GTIYO Instrument Damage Waiver

As a member of the Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra, the member musician must own or rent his/her own strings instrument and be responsible for maintaining its condition. Each member is advised to carry their own insurance policy coverage for possible theft or damage to their instrument while rehearsing or performing at any GTIYO event. Be advised that GTIYO is not responsible for any misconduct involving instruments occurring from other members of the orchestra whether intentional or accidental. While attending public events, it is the responsibility of the student musician to protect their instrument from possible theft by maintaining possession at all times.

By clicking "I agree" below, the undersigned releases GTIYO, its BOD officers and the Music Conductor from any claims relating to damage or theft of their instrument. This waiver is in effect for the performance season and includes international travel.

University of Toledo Facility Waiver

By clicking "I agree" below, the undersigned parent, guardian or guest participant understands that the use of The University of Toledo facilities for musical rehearsal and performance is done at the participant’s own risk. Therefore, we release The University of Toledo, its Board of Directors, employees and agents from any personal injury liability and/or property loss sustained by the participant while using this facility. Parents, guardians and participants assume total responsibility for personal safety and property damage while on the premises and fully release, discharge and hold harmless The University of Toledo, its officers, directors, employees and agents from any and all claims, demands, rights of action, present and future resulting from participation in orchestra rehearsal or performances during participant’s use of The University of Toledo facilities for the GTIYO season.

COVID-19 Waiver Of Liability and Indemnification

1. I agree that I am personally responsible for my safety and actions of my child while participating in GTIYO rehearsals and related activities. I agree to comply with all Local and Ohio Department of Health policies and rules, including but not limited to all GTIYO policies, guidelines, signage, and instructions. With full awareness and appreciation of the risks involved, I, for myself and on behalf of my family, spouse, estate, heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives, hereby forever release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue The Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra, its board members, administrators, volunteers, or The University of Toledo (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties, any third-party participant, or otherwise, while participating in any activity while in, on, or around the Rehearsal Site and/or while using any GTIYO tools, equipment, or materials.
2. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, claims, lawsuits, judgments, losses, and/or liabilities (including attorney fees) arising either directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the Released Parties due to bodily injury, death, loss of use, monetary loss, or any other injury from or related to my participation in GTIYO and the use of facilities, tools, equipment, or materials, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise specifically related to COVID-19.
3. By clicking "I agree" below I acknowledge and represent that I have read the foregoing Waiver of Liability, understand it and sign it voluntarily as my own free act and deed, including without limitation the Release of Liability and Indemnification requirements contained in this document; I am sufficiently informed about the risks involved in rehearsing and performing with The Greater Toledo International Youth Orchestra and the provided facilities to decide whether to sign this document; no oral representations, statements, or inducements, apart from the foregoing written agreement, have been made; I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent; and I execute this document for full, adequate, and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by the same. I agree that this Waiver of Liability shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Ohio law, and that if any of the provisions hereof are found to be unenforceable, the remainder shall be enforced as fully as possible and the unenforceable provision(s) shall be deemed modified to the limited extent required to permit enforcement of theWaiver of Liability as a whole. This waiver remains in effect until the State of Ohio lifts all COVID-19 related mandates.

Photo Release Form

By clicking "I agree" below

1. I consent and authorize GTiYO, located at 6815 KRISTI LYNNE LN, TOLEDO, OH 43617 to use my likeness in any photograph, video or other digital media (“Photos”) in any and all of its publications, including print or web-based publications.
2. I irrevocably authorize GTiYO to copy, edit, enhance, crop, or otherwise alter any Photo for use in their publications. I also waive any rights for approval or inspection of any Photos.
3. I understand and agree that all Photos are the property of GTiYO, and will not be returned to me.
4. I acknowledge that I am not entitled to any compensation or royalties with respect to the use of the Photos.
5. I agree to release and forever discharge GTiYO and its affiliates, successors and assigns, officers, employees, representatives, partners, agents and anyone claiming through them, in their individual and/or corporate capacities from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, disputes, demands, damages, causes of action of any nature or kind, known or unknown, which I, and anyone claiming on behalf of me, may have or claim to have against Releasee in connection with this Release.
6. I have carefully read and fully understand all the provisions of this Photo Release Form and am freely, knowingly and voluntarily signing.