Students playing a solo with an accompaniment part should schedule at least 2-3 practices with a piano accompanist before the day of the contest.
All ensembles should schedule at least 2-3 practices with all other members of their ensemble before the contest at someone’s house or schedule before or after school times in the music rooms.
All soloist and ensembles must provide a separate fresh copy of the music for the judge on the day of the contest.
Everyone should be in their assigned performance room 10 minutes before playing and be ready ahead of schedule. (Arrive earlier to warm-up in the Gym.)
Students should wear their nicest clothes for the contest or our music polo shirt with concert attire.
Students need to be prepared to introduce themselves, the school they attend, their accompanist if using one, and the title and composer of the work they will play before their performance at the festival. Always wait for approval by the judge before starting your presentation.
Students should conduct themselves at the Festival with the utmost respect for the judge, the guest facility, and the other performers. NO running, loud conversations or gum is permitted while in the building. Absolutely no talking in any of the performance rooms.
All large instrument cases are to be left in the warm up room during performances and must have a nametag with the student’s name and the school they attend.
PARENTS:
Please provide arrangements and transportation so ensemble members can meet together to practice after school hours or on weekends for 2-3 rehearsals.
(Students should exchange phone numbers.)
Review expectations with daughter/son and provide support for participation.
Copy one original piece of music for judges and put school name on copy at the top of the music.
Provide transportation to the Festival location.
Arrange for payment of contest fee by check made payable to Pacific Cascade Middle School.
If you or your student have any problem meeting these expectations, please contact Mr. Dungey in advance to make alternate arrangements so your student and those in his/her ensemble (if applicable) do not receive a zero on this assignment. This Festival provides an excellent opportunity for your student to receive positive feedback, develop individual confidence, and increase their musical skills.
Exact dates, times, fees, additional expectations and other information or changes will be sent home closer to the Festival.