Phase 2: Accompanists and begin practicing!
On January 26, 2019 the Bremen Band Program will be participating in the Indiana State School Music Association District Solo and Ensemble Contest at Plymouth High School in Plymouth, Indiana. This is a huge, all day event where thousands of students from the state of Indiana gather to perform solo and small group pieces for judges and each other. For many students, this is one of their favorite days of the year in the band program! It also help develop vital independent music skills, improving their musicianship.
Sign Ups have finished, and now we are beginning to prepare for the festival.
Here's the scoop:
Students have all received their pieces they are to perform.
Students should begin practicing at home immediately when they receive their pieces, each day for a minimum of 10 minutes.
Use a metronome.
Break down the piece into small pieces and practice them until there are no mistakes.
SLOW PRACTICE is GOOD PRACTICE
Students performing a solo need to secure a piano accompanist for their performance. Any family member or friend with the appropriate amount of skill is welcome to play. Alternatively, the following pianists are willing to perform for your child for a small fee.
Louise Keck: 574-209-0422 (May call or text)
Bethany Muck: 618-910-1431
The accompanists above will accept students on a first come, first serve basis.
The deadline for securing an accompanists for solos is December 21.
Students performing in ensembles should attempt to meet as a full group a minimum of once per week. Students will need to practice on their own as well!
The band room will always be open for practicing from 7-8 am and from 3-4 pm each school day.
Click here to see a list of solos and and ensembles updated live as information becomes available. Use the tabs at the bottom to go between categories of students.
"Command-F" and use the find feature in your browser to search for your child's name.