Thursday, May 28, 2009
Traughber Music Area
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Recital Information:

•        Every student is required to perform a solo at the festival.

•        Each student should arrive 15 minutes before his or her assigned time.

•        Students will put cases and coats in the gym. Students should also warm up in the gym.

•        Students will go to his or her performance room 5 minutes before the recital start time.

•        Each student will be assigned to a 50 minute time slot.

•        Students in each 50 minute block will perform for one another and family members.

•        Students will perform a solo that will be assigned by the director or private lesson teacher.

•        Students will perform solos with CD or live piano accompaniment.

•        An adult will be in the room to introduce students and to help as needed.

•        Once the entire group has performed for one another students will receive performance
certificates.

•        This is a dress-up event! No jeans, t-shirts, or tennis shoes allowed!

•        Students will be instructed and assisted with solos during class time but they will need to
practice and prepare for this event outside of band.

•        Each student has access to a CD with the solo piece played by a professional and with
only the piano part. Students should listen to the recording of the professional, play along with
it, and play the solo with only the piano accompaniment.

•        This is a required part of the 3rd quarter band grade. Any conflicts should be made known
to the director 3 weeks in advance so that alternate arrangements can be made. Failure to
participate in this event or failure to make advance special arrangements will result in a zero
grade.

•        Plan ahead!
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