Task 5: Improvisation (Instrumental and Vocal Jazz Only) Task 4: Upload a pre-recorded video of a solo (Music be on continuous file) Task 3: Upload pre-recorded video of scales, or rudiments (snare drum), or Roll and Tuning (timpani)
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Task 1: Registration Information completed by student. (Note, some tasks are specific to certain instruments and do not need to be completed by all students) During those dates the student will complete several tasks. There are specific upload dates for each festival and those dates are not flexible. Students will register with their teacher using the forms below. Here is an overview of how this program will work for students in the Syosset Schools. The Virtual NYSSMA Festival presents a unique performance opportunity for our students, especially in a year where so many performance opportunities have been lost. In light of the current Global Pandemic, NYSSMA has developed a virtual platform that will be used for all adjudications and All-State auditions this year. Participation in NYSSMA is voluntary and provides students an opportunity to evaluate their own level of achievement and to set goals for making progress.Ĭlick here to read more about NYSSMA and NYSSMA festivals.Ģ021 Virtual NYSSMA Festivals (Revised 2/8/21) This process has long been held up as one of the finest examples of authentic assessment and is designed to help students to improve their musical abilities. NYSSMA is best known for sponsoring festivals each spring in which students have the opportunity to perform solos and small ensembles (duets, trios, etc.) for an impartial adjudication. They sponsor conferences and professional development opportunities for its teacher members, proactively advocate for music education throughout the state, and present many programs for students in its member schools. NYSSMA’s mission is to advocate for and promote music education in New York. NYSSMA’s parent organization is The National Association for Music Education. It is a professional association of music teachers from throughout New York State. NYSSMA is the New York State School Music Association.