Can I perform at both UIL Solo and Ensemble and the Chamber Dinner?
Depending on interest levels, some ensembles will be allowed to perform at both UIL Solo and Ensemble and the Chamber Dinner (the Chamber Dinner makes for a good dress rehearsal before contest!). Please indicate if you are interested in performing at both events.
Due to time constraints, no solos will perform at the Chamber Dinner.
Can I play off another instrument's list?
Often times, a solo is published for one instrument, but can be played by others. An example would be a baritone playing a trombone solo. This is NOT true for every solo and you MUST check the PML to see if it is allowed for each particular solo.
Other examples that ARE allowed are:
Piccolo can play anything on the Flute list
Bass Clarinet can play anything on the Bb Clarinet list
Contra Bass Clarinet can play anything on the Bass or Bb Clarinet list
Baritone Saxophone can play anything on the Alto Saxophone list
Class 3 Trombone solos can be played by Baritones
Can I be in an ensemble with someone in a different band?
You are allowed to form an ensemble with students in different bands. Ask a director to help you choose a piece that is an appropriate difficulty for all members of the ensemble.
Do I have to play my solo with an accompanist?
For UIL Solo and Ensemble: Unless the solo is marked unaccompanied, you will play with a school-provided accompanist.