Solo & Ensemble is an annual event that takes place among all the schools in the greater Cleveland area and is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade band students. Solo & Ensemble provides you with the experience of working up a piece of music by yourself, with your private teacher and/or with a small group of ensemble members in order to enhance your musical skills. All students will perform their pieces in front of a judge who will then assign you a score based on your performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to perform and receive constructive comments on how to improve on your instrument. All students who are willing to commit and work hard are encouraged to participate. Students may perform one solo, and participate in one ensemble, unless more events are OK’d by Mrs. Baiera. Additionally, students may play piano, guitar or string solos.

2024 Greater Cleveland Solo & Ensemble Contest

I will help anyone interested in this event select music that best suits you; however, it is ultimately your responsibility to make sure you have a piece selected by January 19th (see important dates below).

Students must commit to rehearsing with directors for guidance in preparation for their performance. You may sign up for times after school.

The cost for this event is $10 for each soloist and $5 for each ensemble member. Please keep in mind that this fee is PER EVENT.

All solos that have published piano accompaniments MUST be accompanied. Students must either find an accompanist (a private teacher, family friend, etc.) Students may arrange this with their private lesson teacher, or if you need an accompanist, see Mrs. Baiera for contact information. Payment and rehearsal schedules should be arranged directly with the accompanist. 

Please see the other links on the web page that have information about scale and rudiment requirements.

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