MUSIC ACROSS TEXASI N F O R M A T I O N P A C K E T

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Music AcrossTexas

a division of

DIRECTOR S CH ICESM

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Music Across Texas

ABOUTM U S I C A C R O S S T E X A S

OverviewMusic Across Texas festivals give ensembles the chance to experience the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in an environment that provides the perfect balance of music education and fun! This unique event offers participants the opportunity to present a public performance for an experienced music educator that will evaluate the ensemble and provide verbal feedback. At the conclusion of your performance, the evaluator will present a brief review to the students that focuses on perception, performance and evaluation.

Festival Price includes:

• Outstanding, non-competitive public performance opportunity inside or adjacent to major amusement parks

• Positive and helpful feedback from experienced adjudicator

• We provide one (1) complimentary ticket for every 25 paid admissions

• High-quality trophy for every performing ensemble

• “Outstanding Section” awards for each ensemble

2017 Events

Ensemble Categories

Information for these events can be found at www.musicacrosstexas.org or by calling 877.328.2583

iT’ZPasadena, TXApril 21May 4-5

Six Flags Over TexasArlington, TexasApril 22May 6May 12-13May 19-20

BandBand

Beginner BandJazz Band

Percussion Ensemble

ChoirMixed ChoirTreble ChoirMen’s ChoirShow ChoirGlee Club

Jazz/Pop ChoirMadrigal or Chamber Choir

OrchestraFull Orchestra

String OrchestraStrolling Strings

iT’ZWillowbrook, TexasApril 28May 5May 11-12May 16May 19-20

Amazing Jake’sPlano, TXApril 21April 27-28May 4-5May 19

Six Flags Fiesta TexasSan Antonio, TexasApril 22April 29May 6May 12-13May 19-20

INFORMATION FORMM U S I C A C R O S S T E X A S

Schlitterbahn WaterparkNew Braunfels, TXMay 12May 19-20

OtherDance Team

Guitar EnsembleHandbell Choir

Mariachi

Main EventLubbock, TXMay 12May 19

Main EventAustin, TXApril 29May 5May 12-13

iT’ZEuless, TexasApril 21May 5May 12May 19, 20

Dallas/Ft Worth

Houston/Galveston Lubbock

PinStack BowlPlano, TXApril 14May 12-13 May 18-19

San Antonio / Austin

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Galveston, TXMay 13May 20May 27

Main EventSan Antonio, TXMay 12May 19-20

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Music Across Texas

EVENT INSTRUCTIONSM U S I C A C R O S S T E X A S

ATTRACTION TICKETSAdmission and meal tickets, for Six Flags and Schlitterbahn events, will be sent to you approximately 10 days prior to your performance day. If you have not received your tickets 4-5 days prior to your performance day, please notify Music Across Texas immediately.

ARRIVING AT THE ATTRACTIONEach participant will need his/her ticket to enter the attraction. In many cases, all participants, instruments, and equipment must enter through the front gate and security systems.

STAGE SETUPYour Music Across Texas representatives will ask for a Stage Setup Chart and one set of scores when you arrive at the pre-staging area. Please preselect a few ensemble members to oversee the stage setup for your ensemble.

INSTRUMENTAL EQUIPMENT PROVIDEDChairs, music stands, director’s podium, concert bass drum, and four (4) timpani will be provided by Music Across Texas. All other instru-ments and equipment must be brought into the attraction through the front gate and security systems by the performing group.

CHORAL EQUIPMENT PROVIDEDFour (4) sections of choral risers, and an acoustic piano or high quality electronic keyboard will be provided by Music Across Texas. All other equipment must be brought into the park through the front gate and security systems by the performing group.

ON STAGEYour group has been allotted a twenty-fi ve (25) minute performance slot. This time includes any warm-up or breaks before and during your performance. Once your ensemble has taken the stage, the Music Across Texas representatives will announce the beginning of your performance.

At the conclusion of your performance, please remain on stage for your evaluator review and a brief awards presentation.

OUTSTANDING SECTIONThe Music Across Texas evaluator will select an outstanding section of the ensemble based on their performance. The members of this section will receive an award at the conclusion of the performance. An ensemble must have a least 4 distinct sections for an outstanding section to be picked.

AFTER YOUR PERFORMANCEAt the conclusion of your performance, your groups should return to the bus (using the front gate exit) to store all equipment and instru-ments. At this point, your group is encouraged to enjoy the attraction!

OBSERVING PERFORMANCESA performance schedule will be posted at the main entrance to the performance venue. Admission to the performance area is free with an attraction ticket. Your group is encouraged to listen to other performing ensembles to help cultivate the best possible performance environment. Please ask your students and chaperones to observe traditional concert etiquette.

Music Across TexasMusic Across Texas festivals give ensembles the chance to experience the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in an environment that provides the perfect balance of music education and fun! This unique event offers participants the opportunity to present a public performance for an experienced music educator that will evaluate the ensemble and provide verbal feedback. At the conclusion of your performance, the evaluator will present a brief review to the students that focuses on perception, performance, and evaluation.

Showcase of Music

High quality awards for every performing ensemble

Acoustically and aesthetically pleasing performance sites

Experienced adjudicators who understand school performance groups

Professional CD recording of performance

Written adjudicators’ comments

Recorded adjudicators’ comments (instrumental only)

Offi cial CPE credit for participating directors

On-stage performance review (optional)

Free gift for ensemble directors

Admission to listed attraction

High energy awards ceremonies in Branson, Colorado Springs, Dallas, San Antonio and South Padre

National Youth Concert

Performance in world-class venues such as Carnegie Hall, Symphony Center in Chicago, and Symphony Hall in Boston

Program listing and on-site signage announcing performance

Free on-stage group photograph for conductor

Commemorative shadowbox for each ensemble

CD recording of performance for conductor

Performance of RecordOffers instrumental groups a quality performance and recording opportunity. Each venue will have a pre-selected recording engineer. A public concert with a combined event program listing for each group will be held using the TMEA Honor Band/Orchestra guidelines.

Honors Concert SeriesProvides university and high school programs the opportunity to perform a concert in one of the world’s most prestigious concert venues. For many ensembles, a performance in the Isaac Stern Auditorium/Ronald O. Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall is a crowning musical achievement. Current and previous HCS locations include: Bass Hall, Carnegie Hall, Symphony Center in Chicago, and Symphony Hall in Boston.

Remember the HeroesOffers performing groups the opportunity to pay tribute to the United States military heroes by way of a patriotic public performance in the shadows of the USS Arizona Memorial and USS Bowfi n Submarine Museum and Park in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Each group will receive a professional banner, a United States fl ag fl own over the USS Bowfi n, and a Remember the Heroes trophy to commemorate their performance.

Mark of Excellence – The Foundation for Music Education(National Wind Band, Choral, Orchestra, Jazz and Percussion Ensemble Honors Project)This project seeks to recognize and award outstanding achievement in performance by school bands, choirs, and orchestras. The project will gather entries from throughout the United States and provide valuable feedback for all entrants. A unique competitive environment is created that allows ensembles to compare their performance quality to that of other outstanding groups from across the country. Information can be obtained via www.foundationformusiceducation.org.

HauntCertA performance opportunity at PINSTACK or iT’Z offered on the Friday night before Halloween to middle school instrumental groups. Groups are encouraged to perform one Halloween song and come dressed in Halloween costumes. Up to 10 individual awards are given to the best costume.

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