In the very first year of existence, the I.H. Kempner High School Indoor Percussion placed 2nd with a score of 88.700 at the Texas Color Guard Circuit State Championships on 4/8 on the campus of Texas A&M University! The unit would like to congratulate bronze medalist Waller HS Indoor Percussion and newly crowned state champion Bryan HS Percussion (89.263) on their accomplishments!
Parents and Students,
Good evening!
This year the Kempner High School Band is hosting the inaugural Individual and Ensemble Contest to be held at Kempner High School on Monday, May 15th. This is an opportunity for all students to showcase their talent via solo performance or in an ensemble.
The contest will be followed by a recital to take place at the final band concert. This will feature the top soloists that advanced from the contest via recommendation from the judge.
This is a required event and will be a major grade in the gradebook. The following information will help students understand what is expected of them and will give parents insight into this very important event.
General Information
Contest Date: Monday, May 15th
Entry Fee: $15 per student
Entry Fee Due Date: May 1st
Accompanist Rehearsal Date (If applicable): May 1st
Accompanist Fee (if applicable): $30-40 depending on difficulty of literature
Recital Date: TBD
Requirements
Concert Band
Ensembles will be assigned.
Symphonic Band
Solos and/or ensembles will be performed. Students should have already chosen their piece and should have a copy.
Wind Ensemble
Solos and/or ensembles will be performed. Students are responsible for submitting their requests by tomorrow via the following format:
Request approval for solo or ensemble
Submit to tray with a sticky note with names OR
Email to Mr. Muths
Email needs to have subject line: “I&E Literature Approval Request”
Email needs to include name of student(s), name of piece, and a link
Color Guard
Solos
1. Music must be at least 1½ minutes and no more than 3 minutes.
2. No obscene or profane music allowed.
3. Must utilize at least 2 pieces of equipment during performance.
Ensembles (no more than 3 members)
1. Music must be at least 2 minutes and no more than 4 minutes.
2. No obscene or profane music allowed.
3. All members must utilize at least 2 pieces of equipment during performance.
Scoring (for both)
Will be judged in two areas:
Repertoire/composition – 50 points
Performance/showmanship – 50 points
Ratings will be given:
0 – 50 – Division III
51 – 74 – Division II
75 – 100 – Division I
Those earning a Division 1 will move on to round 2.
Percussion
Information will be provided to these students from Mr. Culotta directly.
Due Dates:
April 14th
Once piece is obtained, judge's copy must be made (grade)
Copy of solo or ensemble score
Numbered
Name(s) on it
April 21st
Students have to fill out a Form 4 to include all of their information for the judges (grade)
Handwriting must be clear
Students must know what each category is asking for
May 1st
Entry fee due date ($15)
Accompanist rehearsals
Accompanist fee due directly to the pianist on this day.
Fee is determined by the pianist and is relative to the difficulty of the piece.
April 1st - May 12th
Schedule ensemble practices if necessary.
Skills Acquired
By the end of the contest, the students will have learned how to:
Work with an accompanist or work as a team
Approach the performance room
Approach the judge
Shake hands
Introduce themselves or their ensemble
Dress appropriately for the contest
Execute performance etiquette
We look forward to this event and the recital to follow! Please reply with any concerns or questions you may have.
Regards,
IHKHS Band Staff
Hello Kempner Band Families –
Our Mattress Fundraiser is Sunday, April 30th from 10am – 5pm!
Don’t wait to invite your relatives, friends, & co-workers! They will be delighted you have them the opportunity to save money on a new mattress and support the hardworking band students!
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