Ensembles Performance Slots

Main Content

• 30-minute slot ($375)
• All performances will be professionally recorded (audio and video)
• Ensemble must enter and exit the stage within their 30-minute slot
• After all equipment has exited the stage, students and/or director(s) may return to receive clinician feedback in the remainder of the time slot

Timing & Penalties

• There will be a T&P judge for the competition
• Time begins when your ensemble is cued to enter the stage, and ends when your equipment is completely off the stage
• Audio and video recording will stop at the 28-minute mark so your ensemble may exit the stage in a timely fashion
• There will be a 2 point penalty for each minute your ensemble is on stage past the 30-minute mark
• No penalty will be given during the clinic time

Festival Divisions

Depending on the makeup of the entries, may be broken down into:

• Advanced Large Division (8 or more performers)
• Advanced Small Division (7 or fewer performers)
• Intermediate Large Division (8 or more performers)
• Intermediate Small Division (7 or fewer performers)

(Intermediate categories are intended for developing programs and “2nd band” students of stronger groups)

• Middle School / Junior High Advanced Division
• Middle School / Junior High Intermediate Division
• Non-competitive – written comments

Equipment

• Large instruments provided by TCU (a specific instrument list will be provided at a later time)
• Schools must provide their own accessories and smaller instruments