This is a non-competitive program, which provides musical growth through evaluation and encouragement. The teacher and parents are invited to attend the private audition; however, since space is very limited we suggest no more than two persons attend the audition with the student.

Chairpersons:

Sakiko Ono, Chang Liu

Awards:

Both written and verbal comments will be given. Students receiving an “Excellent” rating will be awarded a certificate and Gold Seal. A “ Very Good” will be awarded a certificate with a Silver Seal. The certificates and the written evaluations will be mailed to the teachers. Students receiving an Excellent or Very Good rating for three years will be awarded a medal, for five years, seven years, or ten years will receive a trophy.

Audition Date

and Location:

Sundays, February 7 & 14, 2010–
Westminster Choir College, Princeton and Erdman Halls

How to Enter:

Fill out the entry forms located in the “Registration Entry and Trophy Award Forms” section of the Yearbook . Teachers should collect the fees from students. Submit one check only, payable to “NJMTA Festival”. Send the completed registration form and entry fees to:

Sakiko Ono

17 Quaker Road

Princeton Junction , NJ 08550

sakiko.ono@gmail.com

For students earning a medal or trophy, please mark it on the registration form.

Fee:

$30 for a 15-minute session with the adjudicator. Fees are non-refundable.

Registration Deadline:

Postmarked no later than Monday, January 4 , 2010. Entries mailed after this date will be returned.

Note: Registration forms will be entered on a first-come, first-served basis. To receive your date and time preferences, enter your registration form earlier.

Student Eligibility:

Students of all levels and ages whose teachers are members in good standing of NJMTA. Late beginners and adults are encouraged to take part.

Teachers Eligibility:

Teachers must be members in good standing of NJMTA and, except for new members, must have paid their dues by January 1, 2010.  Teachers must also agree to work for half a day at the festival.

Repertoire:

Student must perform two memorized pieces of contrasting styles.  Pieces may be by the same composer as long as they are of contrasting styles.  Pieces must be a minimum of 16 measures in length. Be sure to set aside enough time to allow the judge to adequately discuss the performance with the student.