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Accessibility Statement 

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Music is for Everyone

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At DawsonStepp.com, we believe that great music should be accessible to all fans, fellow musicians, and industry professionals, regardless of ability. Just like music brings people together, our website aims to welcome everyone.

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Our Commitment

 

We're committed to making this website as accessible as possible. While we're continuously working to improve, we strive to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards because it's simply the right thing to do.

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Accessibility Features

 

Currently implemented:

  • Clear, readable fonts and high contrast text

  • Descriptive alt text for all images and promotional photos

  • Keyboard navigation throughout the site

  • Properly structured headings for easy navigation

  • Captions and transcripts for video content

  • Audio descriptions for performance videos where possible

  • Simple, consistent navigation

  • Mobile-responsive design for various devices

  • Descriptive links (no "click here" text)

  • Form labels and error messages that are clear and helpful

 

Audio/Video Content:

  • All performance videos include captions

  • Audio samples include visual waveforms

  • Volume controls are keyboard accessible

  • No auto-playing media

 

Ongoing Improvements

 

We regularly review and update our website to improve accessibility. Music is meant to move people, and we want everyone to experience what we create. We're always learning and improving.

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Known Limitations

 

We're working on:

  • Ensuring all third-party embedded content (like social media feeds) is fully accessible

  • Improving color contrast in some design elements

  • Adding more detailed audio descriptions to performance videos

 

Need Help?

 

If you're having trouble accessing any part of this website or need information in a different format:

Email: dawson@dawsonstepp.com
Subject Line: "Website Accessibility"

We'll respond within 2 business days and work with you to provide the information you need.

 

Feedback

 

Your experience matters. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. We appreciate your feedback and use it to improve our site for everyone.

 

Technical Standards

 

This website aims to conform to:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines

  • Section 508 standards

  • ARIA best practices

 

Testing

 

We regularly test our website using:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)

  • Keyboard-only navigation

  • Browser accessibility tools

  • Manual testing by users with disabilities

 

Third-Party Content

 

While we strive to ensure all content is accessible, some third-party services (like ticketing platforms or venue websites) may have different accessibility standards. We're happy to assist in accessing any third-party information you need.

 

Our Promise

 

Just as every person deserves to enjoy live music, every visitor deserves full access to this website. We're committed to breaking down barriers, not building them. That's not just good web design—it's the right way to treat people.

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"Music has no barriers, and neither should this website. If you're experiencing any difficulties, reach out—we're here to help." - Dawson Stepp

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This statement was last updated on September 8, 2025.

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