Solo & Ensemble Contest 2024
Monday, May 13th
All Band students are required to play a Solo for contest(Except Color Guard). Participation will count as a double major grade. Students unable to attend in person due to health concerns will have to play their solo in front of class.
Students need to arrive to Kempner on May 15th at least 15 minutes prior to their performance time. Upon arrival students will go to the commons and assemble their instrument and warm-up. At their performance time they will go to the location indicated on the performance schedule and play their solo for a judge. Family members are welcome to sit in and watch the performance.
Check the schedule for your performance time!!!
Dress
Students need to dress in performance attire. No jeans, No T-Shirts, No shorts, No tennis shoes.
ccccch student plays they need to introduce themselves. “Hello, my name is_____. I will be playing______ composed by_______.”
Rating
Students will receive a rating based on their performance. Division 1, 2, 3, or 4. Students who receive a division 1 rating will receive a medal. After your performance, results will be distributed in Mr. Brodt’s office along with medals.
Pass-Off Assignments
All students are required to turn in 4 pass-off assignments on Schoology on their solo. Students are to record themselves playing the assignment and submit in schoology. Each assignment will count as a Major Grade. Late submissions will only count as partial credit. TURN IN ASSIGNMENTS ON TIME!!!
Feb 16th- 16 measures of solo
Mar 8th- Half of solo
April 5th- Entire solo
April 26th- Entire solo with recorded accompaniment