Its the music, words and all that one has in front of one when one sings or plays in public, thats the score.

Special dispensation granted by your host as

You are to be our rookie project autumn 2006

I'll take that as a 'yes' then, you will be scheduled to appear during the 2nd half to huge applause just prior to the main act, after which you will resume normal responsibilities as 'Clap leader'