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General Recital Rules:

1. Branch recitals are open to students of all ages.

2. Four (4) or more students from the same teacher may be divided between programs. The maximum number of students per teacher may be limited, depending on programming constraints.

3. Time limit will be six minutes for up to three individual pieces, or up to ten minutes for a single work. The committee may reduce a student's program to less than the maximum time allowed.

4. Only the entry forms that are in the current Directory may be used. Include one check for all entries, payable to "MTAC-SFWV".

5. Entry forms must be filled out completely and accurately, typed or printed. Please have an exact and accurate time (not a "guesstimate") for the length of each piece.

6. Any special requests (i.e. special needs, time request, siblings, etc.) should be explained and written on the entry form. Teachers should realize there is no guarantee the committee can honor all special requests, and therefore should not promise their students a specific time until the programming is complete, and the confirmation phone call has been made.

7. The entry fee is $5 for six minutes or less, and $8 for six to ten minutes. (See rule 3).

8. Deadline for entries is listed in the directory and monthly newsletter. No changes or special requests in programming or listings may be made after the deadline. Please do not ask for exceptions.

9. All solo pieces must be memorized. Memorization is optional for ensembles.

10. Performers may not use simplified arrangements.

11. No "pop" pieces will be allowed, except at special recitals for such material.

12. The decisions of the General Recital Committee are final.


PERFORMERS

13. Students must dress appropriately; otherwise they will not be permitted to perform. No jeans, t-shirts, shorts, running shoes, or sweat suits are permitted. Dressy shoes and attire must be worn.

14. Performers must stay for the duration of the recital.

15. Performers must check in with the chairperson, and be in place fifteen minutes before the recital begins.


GUESTS

16. Guests are expected to remain for the duration of the recital.

17. Children under the age of six are not encouraged to attend. If a child becomes disruptive, they must be immediately removed.

18. No photographs, with or without flash, may be taken during the recital.

19. Video cameras are permitted, provided the camera operator sets up the equipment before the recital begins, and remains stationary at the rear of the room.

20. Late arrivals will be seated only between pieces.


TEACHERS

21. Teachers of performing students must attend the recital. If a teacher is unable to attend a recital, the committee shall be informed, and a proxy arranged. Only two proxies per year for all recitals, festivals, and competitions per year are allowed. The recital chair cannot be a proxy.

22. Teachers of performing students may be called upon to assist at the recital.

23. Teachers shall notify the chair of any last minute cancellations before the recital begins

24. It is the teachers’ responsibility to see that their students and parents are aware of, and comply with these rules.