15. These Special Ensembles are required to set-up and perform two contrasting style or tempo pieces within 20 minutes:
6118 SSA Show Choir
6119 SSA Show Choir Open Class
6128 TTBB, TTB Show Choir 6138 Mixed Show Choir
6139 Mixed Show Choir Open Class
6228 SSAA Vocal Jazz Ensemble
6229 SSAA Vocal Jazz Ensemble Open Class
6238 Mixed Vocal Jazz Ensemble
6239 Mixed Vocal Jazz Ensemble Open Class
6329 Alternative String Ensemble
16. In Special Ensembles required to perform two selections, the required number determines the class entered and must be chosen from the current WSMA Festival Music List for the corresponding event. The selected number may be from any other source including the current WSMA List, but may not be selected from a lower class. The selected number must be of the same class difficulty and idiomatic integrity as the required number and must complete all contrasting style or tempo requirements as stated in the event headers.
17. Event 6448 – Jazz Combo Improvisation requirements are: Class C – One soloist must improvise for a minimum of 24 measures on at least one tune. Class B – Two soloists must improvise for a minimum of 24 measures each on at least one tune. Class A – Students must create their own introduction and coda for both tunes consistent with the style(s) they have chosen to perform. In addition, at least three soloists must improvise a minimum of 24 measures each on at least one tune.
18. A Special Ensemble with more than 5 members may be conducted by an adult except for Event 1519 (SSAA Madrigal Ensemble), Event 1529 (SATB Madrigal Ensemble) and Event 1918 (Misc. Vocal Ensemble). A student from within the ensemble must conduct these ensembles.
19. An adult piano accompanist may be used in the rhythm section of Events 6118, 6119, 6128, 6138, 6139, 6228, 6229, 6238 and 6239 however all other members of the ensemble must be students. Sequenced and pre-recorded versions of the printed accompaniment are also acceptable but enhanced pre- recorded accompaniments are prohibited.
20. A student may perform once in each of the special ensemble events with the following voicing: SSAA Madrigal Ensemble (Event 1519) SATB Madrigal Ensemble (Event 1529) SSA Show Choir (Event 6118 or 6119) TTBB, TTB Show Choir (Event 6128) Mixed Show Choir (Event 6138 or 6139) SSA Vocal Jazz Ensemble (Event 6228 or 6229) Mixed Vocal Jazz Ensemble (Event 6238 or 6239)
21. A MIDI wind controller may be used in Events 6448, 6458 or 6459 as a solo instrument, but not as a substitute for an instrument that has a written part.
22. A student member of the ensemble is expected to introduce their performance to the adjudicator and audience including the following information at both District and State Festivals: a.
Performer and accompanist names, name of school, title and composer of ensemble (and, if appropriate, the movements being performed), and briefly describe a significant aspect of style, form, technique, harmony, rhythm or melody in the piece.
23. The adjudicator must be provided with a publisher printed original of the matching, correct edition of the music to be performed. The use of legal electronically printed music is also permissible. Teachers and students should follow all Federal copyright laws in providing music for all performers. Label all scores with school name, class entered, and one performer’s name. Number all measures to facilitate judging procedures.
24. Tardiness in reporting at the scheduled performance time may result in the performers being placed in the schedule at the convenience of the Festival Manager or Event Chairperson.
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6448 Jazz Improvisation Combo 6458 Jazz Ensemble
6459 Jazz Ensemble Open Class
It is not necessary to send the selected number to WSMA for permission.
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