Attendance at sectionals is incorporated into the preparation part of the grade. Students can be excused from sectionals for athletic games or meets. All band students are expected to participate in the Solo and Ensemble recital, as this is one of the culminating performance assessments of the year. Students are required to perform in at least one ensemble and are encouraged to perform at least one solo. Solo performances will be used to decide which students will receive scholarships for the next year.
All solos are to be accompanied by a piano unless it is specifically written to be unaccompanied.
Mr. Corey will generate a list of local pianists for hire. You may also use a peer if you choose. You must purchase your own copy of the solo. Students will not be allowed to use copies or music, which is the property of Addison Trail. You may perform more than one solo, but it must be on different instruments.