2008 OSU Invitational Middle School Concert Band Contest

online Band Application

April 24-25, 2008
Oregon State University - LaSells-Stewart Center

Eligibility Middle school bands from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, British Columbia, are invited to apply. The schedule will be filled based on past participation, geographic diversity, and quality. “Second” bands will be accepted ONLY if space is available.

Schedule and Format Bands will be scheduled from 8:00 to 5:00 each day. Bands are expected to be present to hear at least 4 other groups to ensure that everyone has an audience to perform for. Performance time limit is 25 to set up, perform and exit. Clinic time limit is 20 minutes.

Oregon Large Group Festival/Contest Guidelines will be followed.
Oregon Band Director's Association Adjudication System will be used.
Oregon Band Director’s Association Required Literature List is encouraged.
These are available on the OBDA website (www.obda.org).

Divisions and Ratings This is a non-competitive festival. All schools will be evaluated on the OBDA Systems Jr. High School Scale. Performance ratings will not be posted. Each band will receive a recording of their performance and two tapes of verbal critiques. These will be available at the conclusion of morning and afternoon sessions.

Adjudication and Clinic Three performance adjudicators will critique each band’s performance. One of the adjudicators will follow the group to the clinic room and present a 20-minute clinic. Bands will not be required to sight-read. The Oregon State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble and other OSU groups will give performances over the Noon hour.

Judges
Steve Kuske - Evergreen High School
Jennifer Muller - David Douglas High School
Ike Nail - Western Oregon University/ West Salem High School
Stuart Welsh - West Albany High School

Personal Property Oregon State University will not be held responsible for valuables or any other personal property that is lost or stolen during the festival. Storage rooms are shared between schools and are not locked. Encourage students to leave their valuables at home or on the bus.

Registration IMPORTANT NOTE: Registration is $200 per band. Please REGISTER online and SEND the check. When you register you will reserve your spot, when the check is received you will be confirmed for a spot. Many groups were turned away in past years, so it is critical that payment is received on time so a school can be confirmed for a time slot. If a school purchase order is used, payment must be received by March 1, 2008. Fees are refundable only if a replacement group can be found.

Application Deadline: March 1, 2008. A schedule will be emailed by March 15. Bands on a waiting list (if necessary) will be notified of their position on the list. Mail a copy of the registration form and checks to: Dr. Brad Townsend, Department of Music, Benton Hall 200D, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-2502. Phone: 541/737-0544 Email: btownsend@oregonstate.edu


2008 Band Application
Band Name:
School Name:
Director's Name:
Director's Email:
Director's School Phone:
Director's Home Phone:
School Mailing Address:
School City/State/Zip:
School Phone:
School FAX:
Convenient time to call:
I am interested in participating in the 2008 OSU Invitational Middle School Concert Band Contest. The $200 Entry Fee will be sent to Oregon State and received no later than March 1, 2008:
School Enrollment: Grade 7-8: , Grade 9:
Band Program Enrollment: Grade 7-8: , Grade 9:
Schedule Preference:

Indicate preference 1st through 4th.

If you wish to only be considered for one day, select “Can't make this slot” on the slots(s) you absolutely cannot attend. Please understand that this may limit your possibility of acceptance.

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Friday AM: , Friday PM:

Comments or special considerations for travel:
 
Before submitting, please double-check the form for accuracy. Thank you!

Please make checks payable to: Oregon State University.

Checks in the amount of $200.00 must be Postmarked by March 1, 2008.

Web Application will not be complete until your school's check has been received.

Send checks to:
   Dr. Brad Townsend, Director of Athletic Bands
   Oregon State University
   Music Department, 200 Benton Hall
   Corvallis, OR 97331

For more information, call 541.737.0544 or email osubands@oregonstate.edu.