In a trio, quartet, quintet, etc., students are one-on-a-part, and are completely responsible for that part. If you are using a PCHS accompanist, you must turn in your piano accompaniment along with this registration form.Ī strong program of small ensembles is widely recognized as one of the cornerstones of a highly successful Band program. A schedule of rehearsal times will be distributed after Winter Break. If you plan to use one of our accompanists, please clear your schedule to rehearse with them on Tuesdays 1/29 and 2/5. The fee to use one of our accompanists will be $35/solo (payable to PCHS Band Boosters) and will pay for two rehearsals with the accompanist at PCHS as well as the performance at PSHS. PCHS will provide two highly qualified and skilled pianists that students may choose to use at their discretion. If your solo piece has a piano accompaniment, you must use an accompanist. Soloists are evaluated on Tone Quality, Intonation, Rhythm, Technique, Musicianship, and Articulation, all of which are important factors involved in playing in a large band. Tremendous individual improvement can be gained through solo performance, from working with an accompanist to making important interpretive decisions regarding the music. Preparing and performing a major solo work on one’s instrument is a strong step toward becoming a confident and more advanced musician. Private lesson students are strongly urged to perform a solo. Students whose goal is to make Wind Ensemble in the future should note that participation in Solo & Ensemble will help create improvement in one’s musical playing skills. Members of the Symphonic Band are strongly encouraged to participate in Solo & Ensemble Festival. Students who take private lessons are strongly urged to perform a solo at the festival. Students may participate in at least one ensemble but should participate in no more than 3 events. Members of the Wind Ensemble are not required to participate in Solo & Ensemble Festival as part of their course grading / evaluation.
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