Personnel: All participants in each ensemble must meet eligibility requirements as set forth by the National Federation of High School Activities Association. An accurate list of all personnel must be provided upon arrival at the festival (3 copies). Band directors are not permitted to perform with their group(s).
Classification: High school bands will be classified according to the Missouri classification system. High schools are classified by the total enrollment (9-12) as follows:
- Class 1: 130 & below
- Class 2: 131 – 245
- Class 3: 246 – 577
- Class 4: 578 – 1202
- Class 5: 1203 & above
2nd Bands and Combos will be included in their own classes regardless of school size. Middle schools and junior high schools will be combined in one class.
Awards: First, Second and Third Place plaques will be awarded in Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, 2nd Band, Junior High/Middle School, and Combo, assuming there are 4 or more participants in each class. Classes with fewer than 4 participants will receive 1 fewer plaques than there are groups (i.e. a class with three participants will receive first and second place plaques only). The adjudicators will also select one student per class to receive an “Outstanding Soloist” certificate.
Equipment: Truman State University will provide the following equipment in the performance rooms:
- A sound-reinforcement system
- Risers, chairs, stands, and electrical outlets
- A grand piano
Each band must supply any additional equipment e.g. drums, cymbals, amps, bass, guitars, etc… If you have special equipment needs, please contact Tim AuBuchon at (660) 785-4412. He will take each situation into account and try to accommodate the specific needs of each band.
Warm-up Rooms: A warm-up room with piano, chairs, and stands will be provided. Warming up will be allowed only in the warm-up room during the allotted time without exception (NOT in the home room, hallways, or performance site). (Note: Drum sets and amps are not provided in warm-up rooms.)
Truman State University and the Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival cannot take responsibility for the loss of personal belongings, equipment etc. Each band will be assigned monitored homerooms for an hour prior to their warm up time, but individuals and band directors must take precautions to keep their equipment secure. Each band should vacate their homeroom immediately following their band’s clinic. NO drinking or eating will be allowed in the homerooms.
Failure to adhere to the above guidelines could result in disqualification. Please make your students aware of these requests.
Performance and Clinic: Each group will be allotted 30 minutes (including set-up and tear-down) which will include performance. A clinician will observe each band, accompany them to a clinic room, and provide a 30 minute clinic (including set-up and tear-down). A piano will be provided in each clinic room. (Note: Drum sets and amps are not provided in clinic rooms.)
Entrance Fees/Ticket Information: The entrance fee for each school is $150 for each ensemble and $150 for each combo. Please include the appropriate fee with your application. The registration deadline is February 1, 2010. We have had problems with faxes in the past, so though we will accept faxed entry forms, we need you to either call or email to make sure that we did receive your application. Please return your application as soon as possible – performance spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
(Note: each band should have its own entry form, NOT each school.)
Mail registration packets to:
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
Music Department
Ophelia Parrish 1101
Kirksville MO 63501-4221
Apply online:
www.upsilonphi.org/article/online-application
Or fax to:
660-785-7463
Faxed applications should be followed by phone call or email for confirmation.
RECEIPT OF ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONFIRMED BY PHI MU ALPHA VIA EMAIL.