contest rules

 CONTEST CLASSIFICATIONS

Groups are classified using the Texas UIL classifications.  Groups may perform either two or three selections, but the entire performance cannot exceed the time allowed.  Three numbered original scores of each selection must be provided.  Groups may dress formally or casually.

PERFORMANCE

Each group has an allotted time to arrive, warm up, enter the stage, get set, perform and exit the stage. Please arrive on time and adhere to the Contest schedule.  Information will be provided with specific times, where to park, where to enter and where to exit.  Our goal is a quality experience for all, and we will operate on time. 

ADJUDICATION

 We use a divisional rating system; however groups may enter for comments only if desired.  Adjudication panel consists of three judges with a variety of musical experience. Quality of performance is the top priority in adjudications. 

CRITIQUE

 Adjudicators critique each performance in writing and their critique is emailed to the director along with their Division Rating and nominations for individual awards.  Directors receive a critique from each of the adjudicators on the panel, usually within minutes of the conclusion of their performance, as well as a Director's Results Sheet when they check out.