ENSEMBLE FESTIVALS

Ensemble Festivals

Purpose
To provide students with the opportunity to make music as part of an ensemble. An ensemble consists of at least two keyboard,
voice, and/or instrumental students.


Challenge Awards
● 100 points per student per registered ensemble.
● The limit is 200 points per student per academic year.

Locations and Deadlines
● Deadlines are generally six weeks before the exam date.
● All locations and dates are subject to change. Visit the MMTA website, consult the Newsletter, or contact the program director for up-to-date information.

Fees
$30 Per ensemble


Rules and Procedures

  1. See General Rules and Procedures for all MMTA programs.
  2. Generally, ensemble length is 1-4 minutes. An ensemble may not exceed 8 minutes.
  3. At least one member of each ensemble must be a student registered by an MMTA member.
    a. Teachers may only register students in their own teaching area. For example: a teacher who teaches only voice
    is to register ensembles with voice students only.
    b. The MMTA teacher will coach the group prior to the performance.
  4. A student may participate in two ensembles if desired. Registration fees are due for each ensemble.
  5. A teacher may accompany an ensemble if it includes at least two of their students.
  6. One acoustic piano will be provided unless otherwise notified. Please verify with the Site Administrator in advance if a
    second piano is needed. Also, indicate the need for two pianos at the time of registration.
  7. Contact the Site Administrator prior to registration if an ensemble wishes to use electronic instruments and/or other
    equipment to ensure apparatus will be permitted and to allow for set-up time.
  8. Voice and instrumental ensembles are to provide their own music stands, as needed.
  9. Performers may provide their own page turners.
  10. Requests for schedule changes received up until one week prior to the festival date may be granted at the discretion of
    the Site Administrator. A fee of $10 per ensemble must be paid directly to the Site Administrator before participation is
    allowed.
  11. Concert attire is expected. Attire that matches the ensemble piece’s theme is welcome.
  12. There are no repertoire restrictions. However, no repertoire substitutions will be allowed after a registration has been
    submitted.
  13. Playing from memory is encouraged but not required.
  14. There is no theory prerequisite to participate in the Ensemble Festival.
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