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Grade 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir
Audition Application
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Audition Date: October 18, 2014
Audition Sites: NorthWest – TBD HS :: SouthEast – Monroe MS
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Schools will be assigned to one of these sites after all applications are received. Assignments will be made to ensure even
numbers of participants at each site. You are not guaranteed the same site where you have previously auditioned.
Fee: $15 per student (One check per school – individual student or parent checks will not be accepted)
Application Deadline: postmarked by Sept. 23, or hand delivered up to three (3) days after by 2 pm. Original forms and
payment must be received within those 3 days via USPS as well to:
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Eric Floetke
28390 Mortenview
Brownstown, MI 48183
School ___________________________________________MSVMA District ________MSVMA ID# ______
Street Address ________________________________City ____________________________ Zip________
Director ______________________________________________ Home Phone (______)________________
School Phone (______)_________________________Fax (______)_______________________
Director E-mail Address (one you check daily)___________________________________________________
Preferred site:_____________________________________________
One way travel time to preferred audition site: ______________ (Hours/Minutes)
SA
Will There Really Be a Morning?
Evening Prayer from Hansel and Gretel
Craig Hella Johnson
Humperdinck
Alliance Music Pub AMP0620
G Schirmer 50301270
AUDITION
CLINIC
SSA
A New Day
As I Walk in Beauty
Audrey Snyder
Bob Moore
Hal Leonard HL 325346
Santa Barbara SBMP 1061
AUDITION
CLINIC
TTB
Sing Me a Song of a Lad That is Gone
That Heart I’ll Give
Porterfield
Laura Farnell
Alfred Publishing TTB SV90
Alliance Music AMP 0785
AUDITION
CLINIC
Each school may send any combination of 14 singers for the SA (duets), SSA (trios), and TTB (trios) choirs.
Borrowing singers is allowed but must be arranged before the application deadline. There will be no borrowing of singers
the date of the auditions. Please indicate which students are borrowed and indicate their home school. Remember, if
you lend students to other schools, those student/s must be included in your maximums of 14 singers*. No singer may
= A 15th male singer may participate. This only applies to male singers.
audition twice. You’re school pays the fee for the borrowed singer.*
I have explained the State Honors Choir program dates and obligations to these students. They have indicated to me
that, if selected, they will fulfill all obligations as stated in the MSVMA Handbook.
Director Signature ______________________________________________ Date _____________
I certify these students to be enrolled in good standing in our school's vocal music program.
Principal Signature _____________________________________________ Date _____________
Complete student information on the next page of this application.
*Note any physically challenged students
The Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals has placed this activity on the Approved List of Michigan Contests and Activities.
Name of SCHOOL:_____________________________________________________
DUETS 6-7-8 SA Honors Choir
DUET
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Student First Name
Student Last Name
Grade
School borrowed from
Grade
School borrowed from
Grade
School borrowed from
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
Soprano
Alto
TRIOS 7-8-9 SSA Honors Choir
TRIO
1
2
3
4
Student First Name
Student Last Name
Soprano I
Soprano II
Alto
Soprano I
Soprano II
Alto
Soprano I
Soprano II
Alto
Soprano I
Soprano II
Alto
TRIOS 7-8-9 TTB Honors Choir
TRIO
Student First Name
Tenor I
Tenor II
Bass
2
Tenor I
Tenor II
Bass
3
Tenor I
Tenor II
Bass
4
Tenor I
Tenor II
Bass
TOTALS:
total number of singers ________
Student Last Name
1
X $15 dollars = $___________________dollars due
PLEASE COMPLETE AFTER STUDENTS HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED
Grade 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir
Director’s Checklist
Attach this form to the outside of a large mailing envelope
Please Check the choir this packet is for:
SA
SSA
TTB
School _______________________________________________________
Director_______________________________________________________
I have read and reviewed the Honors Choir information with my students.
I have made sure they filled out the necessary forms correctly.
I have enclosed the Parental Permission/Medical Information Form for
each of the students from my school.
I have enclosed the Contract with required signatures for each student.
I have a single check (school or director’s personal) made out to MSVMA for
$65.00 per student
Tape this form on the outside of a large mailing envelope that has in it all forms for
your students. Participation fees must be paid at the Fees Table. If you will not be
bringing your students to the Midland rehearsal please make sure someone delivers
this packet with your students or they will not be allowed to stay. Only check in at the
appropriate table when all members have arrived.
Deadline for all information and fees is November 1, 2014
which is the Birch Run Rehearsal
Grade 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir
Contract
Please check your State Honors Choir:
SA
SSA
TTB
This must be returned at the first rehearsal along with your health form.
Your teacher will return it for you in their director’s packet.
I, __________________________________ from _______________________________________ School,
agree to the following statements and will abide by all rules and regulations set forth.
1. I will attend all rehearsals from beginning time until dismissal time. This choir is my first obligation for
all required dates and times. I have examined the rehearsal / performance schedule and find no conflicts. I
realize that I may be removed from this choir if I miss a rehearsal / performance and that my school may be
placed on probation next year.
2. I will have music learned and memorized by the deadlines set by my Honors Choir Director. I realize that my
teacher will be notified if I am not prepared.
3. I will, at all times, be on my best behavior and represent this choir and my school in the most positive and
appropriate way possible. Any disturbance I may cause during rehearsal could be grounds for my dismissal
from the choir.
Rehearsal Dates and Sites
November 1, 2014
November 15, 2014
January 3, 2015
January 22, 2015
Birch Run HS, Birch Run
Allendale MS, Allendale
Walled Lake Northern HS, Commerce
DeVos Place, Grand Rapids (rehearsal at noon - performance 6:30pm-8:00pm)
SIGNATURES:
Student ___________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian ____________________________________________
Teacher ___________________________________________________
Deadline for all information and fees is November 1, 2014
which is the Birch Run Rehearsal
Grade 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir
Parental Permission/Medical Consent Form
Please check your State Honors Choir:
SA
SSA
TTB
This form must be completed and returned at the first rehearsal or the student will not be allowed to participate.
Parent/guardian name (please print)___________________________________________________________________
My son/daughter_____________________________________ from __________________________________ School has
permission to participate in the MVSMA 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir rehearsals November 1st and 15th, and January 3rd and the
final rehearsal/performance on January 22, 2015. I understand that I, or my designee, will provide transportation to all of the
rehearsals and the performance. I recognize that MSVMA and the local school district assume no liability for my child in case of
accident or injury beyond gross negligence.
During the above time I hereby authorize and consent to emergency medical treatment in the event I/we cannot be reached at
the following telephone numbers:
Home__________________________________ Work___________________________________
Cell ________________________________
Our child’s physician is:_____________________________________ Phone___________________________
Our medical insurance carrier is:_______________________________________________________________
Policy/Group #_____________________________________________________________________________
Please list any allergies, medical conditions, prescriptions, handicaps or special needs your child has:
My child will be leaving after the concert on Jan. 22nd with ____________________________________________
Phone # if different from above _________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Parent/guardian signature
________________
Date
Deadline for all information and fees is November 1, 2014
which is the Birch Run Rehearsal
Grade 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir
Lunch Order Form
Please check your State Honors Choir:
SA
SSA
TTB
The Amway Grand Plaza Hotel will be offering lunch choices to 6-7-8-9 State Honors Choir members at the
Thursday January 22 rehearsal. COST: $11.00 (tax/tip included). There can be no substitutions. Students may
bring their own sack lunch and drink if they wish.
Please fill out the bottom portion completely and return with cash, money order, or school check made out to
MSVMA (exact amounts please).
Due Nov. 15, 2014 at the Allendale MS rehearsal.
Late orders will not be accepted.
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Student Last Name____________________________________________________
Student First Name____________________________________________________
School Name__________________________________________________________
School Music Teacher’s Name____________________________________________
Check Honors Choir you are in:
SA
SSA
TTB
Choose your lunch choice by checking the appropriate box:
8” CHEESE PIZZA, chips, whole fruit, cookie and bottled water or soft drink
VEGGIE WRAP w/ CHEESE, chips, whole fruit, cookie and bottled water or soft drink
TURKEY WRAP w/ CHEESE, chips, whole fruit, cookie and bottled water or soft drink
HAM WRAP w/ CHEESE, chips, whole fruit, cookie and bottled water or soft drink
Exact Amount included $___________________
Sample Adjudication Sheet
MSVMA 6-7-8-9 Honors Choir Audition
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Total
Score
Name __________________________________________ Event________________________
Category
Maximum Points
Tone Quality (blend, uniformity, balance)30
Memorization (% of piece memorized) 20
Points Awarded
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Points Deducted
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____________
Pitch Accuracy
Rhythmic Accuracy
Intonation
15
15
10
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Interpretation (phrasing, dynamics)
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE:
Comments: (optional)
10
100
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TOTAL POINTS
TOTAL POINTS
AWARDED
DEDUCTED