Solo and Ensemble Competition
Where: Roosevelt HS; link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZnTPyQjd84T2
When: April 6, 2019 Arrive 1 hour before your performance time.
Attire: Concert Attire
Notes:
1. Make sure to have your originals and ballot. Sometimes a judge may keep your originals. I will collect any leftovers at the end of the day.
2. You may leave your stuff in the gym.
3. They try to be quick about posting scores (gym) but sometimes there are hold ups.
4. I will be there all day. I am going to try to record everyone but you can decline that if you wish.
5. Don't panic if your accompanist is late. This is a common issue and it's ok to go out of order.
6. Concessions food will be available in the cafeteria. I'm assuming cash only.
7. Parking: they would like everyone to park in the north lot or on Chamberlain. They recommend entering through the main doors. Transportation is on your own.
8. Remember to give a short introduction. (Over-done scripts provided below.)
9. Parents are encouraged to watch their students perform. The performances are open to anyone but the room can be cleared if the performer(s) request it.
10. Usually, you will hand your music/ballot to the door person who will give it to the judge. Every now and then, you may end up handing them directly to the judge. The judge will look up and give you a nod or some signal that they're ready to listen and they may still be writing in the ballot from the last performance.
Don't hesitate to email me with questions: joseph.thering@dmschools.org
Student Introduction Scripts
STUDENT SOLOISTS are encouraged to use the following script or
variation thereof to introduce their solo performance to the adjudicator and
audience at IHSMA Music Festivals.
My name is _(performer name)_, and I attend ____(name of school). My
accompanist is __(name of accompanist)_. I will be performing __(name of
solo(s)__ by __(name of composer)__. An interesting aspect of this piece to
listen for is: ___(identify a single aspect of style, technique, harmony, rhythm or
melody)__.
STUDENT ENSEMBLES are encouraged to use the following script or
variation thereof to introduce their ensemble performance to the adjudicator and
audience at IHSMA Music Festivals. Ensemble members will select one
spokesperson to provide the introduction.
We are _(name of ensemble)_, from ____(name of school). My accompanist
is __(name of accompanist – if used)_. We will be performing __(name of
piece and perhaps movement)__ by __(name of composer)__. An interesting
aspect of this piece to listen for is: ___(identify a single aspect of style,
technique, harmony, rhythm or melody)__.