Colony High School Concert Festival

Ticket Information

A few reminders for the event:

1. PLEASE, do not wander around campus. Stick to the area near the theatre. 

2. Make sure to bring 3 copies or original scores for all your pieces

3. We will provide the following percussion instruments for use:
   4 tympani
   Chimes
   Bass Drum
   Bells
   Marimba
   Gong
   Xylophone
   Vibraphone
   Piano
   WE CAN NOT SUPPLY SMALL PERCUSSION EQUIPMENT, CYMBALS, STICKS, OR MALLETS--PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN

4. All groups are to watch at least 2 other groups. You may choose whether it is before or after your performance, but please honor the spirit of this festival.

5. Light concessions (snacks/candy/chips) will be available--please support the Colony Boosters for hosting this event!

6. Please see the attached map for parking areas, event flow, etc.

7. HAVE A GREAT DAY. This festival was designed to be a POSITIVE experience for all. We hope you and your students truly enjoy the event.

Additional Event Information

Festival Performance

Performing ensembles will be given a 30 minute timeslot on the stage that will include 10 minutes of set-up / tear down and up to 20 minutes of performance time. The clinicians will record audio commentary of the performance in Competition Suite for each ensemble. After each performance, ensembles will receive an in-person clinic. There will be no written commentary or ratings / ranking given.

Music Selection

CSBC will not be issuing a prescribed music list (PML). Instead, Directors are given the opportunity to select compositions that are appropriate for their ensemble and are worthy of the performance opportunity. Directors are further encouraged to select pieces of work from an underrepresented composer. (Underrepresented composers are defined as people of color, women, or other marginalized communities). Directors may choose how to use their performance time (up to 20 minutes) by choosing one of the following methods:

• Perform one large work
• Perform two works
• Perform three works

Registrations will be through Competition Suite. Even existing CSBC groups will need to have a new "Concert" ensemble group created. To have your group set up, e-mail info@calstatebandchamps.org.