Frequently Asked Questions

The Connecticut State Troubadour Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page will be updated on an ongoing basis is response to program inquiries.

• Does a Troubadour need to be a folk artist?
  • No
    
    
• Can a Troubadour be a group or does it need to be an individual?
  • A Troubadour must be an individual.
    
    
• Does the number of nominations an individual receives influence the review?
  • No

• If the troubadour needs accompaniment to perform at COA's 3 required events, will COA cover additional costs for other musicians? 
  • The troubadour should be able to perform solo. Additional expenses incurred are the responsibility of the troubadour unless expressly requested by and negotiated with COA in advance. 

• May the troubadour accept requests to perform as troubadour at other events?
  
  • Yes, the troubadour's responsibility is to represent the State of Connecticut and promote cultural literacy through song. The troubadour is encouraged to accept other engagements (in addition to the 3 required by contract). In these cases, the troubadour must negotiate payment for these events with the event organizer.