2014 DATES: April 26, 2014 (Saturday) Certificate of Excellence
April 27, 2014 (Sunday) Honors Recital
Certificate of excellence
Purpose:
Overview:
Students who are enrolled in Certificate of Excellence participate in an annual evaluation. Experienced evaluators will hear students perform selected literature, technique elements, and sight-reading. Each student will receive a written comprehensive assessment of progress. Students will also complete a written theory exam that also includes an ear-training component.
Each student will receive a certificate for successfully completing all phases of the examination. Students can earn up to 4 points per year for successful completion of the different phases. When they have achieved 12 points, they will be awarded a trophy. Also, worthy students who demonstrate exceptional skill may be selected to perform at one of our Branch Honors Recitals. Level III students and up may be selected to perform at the annual Idaho Music Teachers’ State Convention held annually in October.
The fees for participation range from $23 to $35, depending on the level of enrollment.
The Music Teachers’ Association of California publishes a syllabus with requirements for all levels that interested teachers can order. You can order online here.
- To provide a systematic and comprehensive plan to develop performance skills, technique, ear training, sight-reading, and understanding of music theory.
- To develop practical goals to help students maintain steady and focused approach to their musical studies.
- To encourage students to strive for musical excellence.
- To create opportunities in which students may share their music with others.
Overview:
Students who are enrolled in Certificate of Excellence participate in an annual evaluation. Experienced evaluators will hear students perform selected literature, technique elements, and sight-reading. Each student will receive a written comprehensive assessment of progress. Students will also complete a written theory exam that also includes an ear-training component.
Each student will receive a certificate for successfully completing all phases of the examination. Students can earn up to 4 points per year for successful completion of the different phases. When they have achieved 12 points, they will be awarded a trophy. Also, worthy students who demonstrate exceptional skill may be selected to perform at one of our Branch Honors Recitals. Level III students and up may be selected to perform at the annual Idaho Music Teachers’ State Convention held annually in October.
The fees for participation range from $23 to $35, depending on the level of enrollment.
The Music Teachers’ Association of California publishes a syllabus with requirements for all levels that interested teachers can order. You can order online here.
