Lexington Traditional Magnet School

ORCHESTRA

Kelly Mayes, Director                                                                                                        350 North Limestone St.
Cassandre Crawford, Assistant Director                                                                             Lexington, KY  40508
381-3192 ext. 2214                                                                              

KMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival

 What:  Solo and Ensemble Festival is a chance for you to play a solo or perform in an ensemble for a judge who will give you a rating of Novice, Apprentice, Proficient, or Distinguished.

 Who:  Anyone!  Anyone can play a solo or form small ensembles such as duets, trios, quartets, and more.

 When:  The festival date is November 21, 2009, which is a Saturday. You will be assigned a specific time closer to the date.  You will probably spend less than 30 minutes at the festival so it will not take all day.

 Where:  The festival is held at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.

 Why:  Performing solos or in small groups allows you to play different pieces.  Judges will make comments specifically to you about how you can improve your playing!

 Cost:  If you would like to play a solo, the cost is $5.00.  Any ensemble (2-16 players) will cost $8.00.  Please return money with the attached form.

 Deadline:  If you would like to perform something for the KMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival, please fill out the attached form and return it to Mrs. Mayes by Friday, October 9^th. 

 Extra Help:  Mrs. Mayes and Mrs. Crawford are available to stay after school to help you prepare your solo or ensemble.  We will be available on Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 from October 13 -November 17 .  YOU MUST SIGN UP IN ORDER TO STAY AFTER SCHOOL!

 ***LTMS has lots of music to choose from and you can choose your own piece.  You can even form your own groups!  Anyone who performs in the solo and ensemble festival will receive extra credit!***

KMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival Form

FOR SOLO ONLY

Name: ____________________       Grade:  _______________

Instrument: ______________________________________

Possible Title of Piece: _____________________________

Composer: ______________________________________

Do you need someone to play the piano for you? _________

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FOR ENSEMBLE ONLY

Names of group members and instrument: ____________________________________________________

Type of group (ex violin duet): _______________________

Grade of members: ________________________________

Possible Title of piece: _____________________________

Composer: ______________________________________

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I give my child, _________________________ permission to participate in the KMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival.  I understand that the event takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and I am willing to transport my child to and from the event.

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Parent Signature                                           Date