Each year, our 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to participate in an exciting event called OMEA Solo & Ensemble.
This event is hosted by our state professional organization called the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA).
Students can choose to play a solo (by themselves) or an ensemble (a small group of students).
Typically in December, your band directors will start having these conversations with students about if they'd like to participate - then they'll decide if they'd like to do a solo, an ensemble, or both!
To celebrate, we invite all students who participate to a pizza & ice cream party during lunch/pride time that we hold after solo & ensemble!
Embedded Files
Throughout December, January and February, your band directors will help your child select the music they'd like to play at solo & ensemble. Your child will then practice this music up until the date of their performance(s)!
Soloists must take private lessons and arrange for an accompanist to perform with them (Mr. Allen can help find the accompanist. Most accompanists charge $40 total for their rehearsal and performance.
Ensembles typically practice together during PRIDE time and/or during class when possible!
In April, solo & ensemble is held at Stanton Middle School (1175 Hudson Road, Kent, OH 44240).
Students will play in front of their families, friends, and one judge who will provide comments and an overall rating. I (one) is the highest rating and V (five) is the lowest rating.
Students then receive/purchase medals if they receive a I (superior) or II (excellent) rating!
This is an experience that students can tangibly see their hard work paying off!
We hope you'll consider supporting your child in this great opportunity!
This is an experience that students can tangibly see their hard work paying off!
We hope you'll consider supporting your child in this great opportunity!
Page updated
Report abuse