It's time to register for the annual VOCE
Competition,
a tremendous opportunity for young musicians!
What is VOCE?
"VOCE" stands for Voice, Orchestral Instruments, Chamber
Music and Ensembles. VOCE presents a unique opportunity for all
young musicians to compete as a soloist or within an ensemble.
Visit the branch website for more details: http://www.sandiegomtac.com/voce-competition.php.
When is the VOCE Competition?
The competition is on Sunday, February 12, 2012.
The registration deadline is 11:59pm on January 23.
Where will the competition be held?
For directions to the school, please visit the school's website.
Free parking, however, all parties attending
the event must provide the enrolled student's name to the school
security guard when entering the parking lot.
This is a closed audition. Parents,
teachers, students, etc. will not be allowed inside Crivello Hall.
A panel of three judges will select the winners and evaluate all
performers with written comments. Prizes to be awarded upon completion
of each category. The awards ceremony will be held outdoors, weather
permitting. Certificates will be given to all participants and
trophies to first-, second- and third-place winners. All first-place
winners will advance to the State Finals. State Winners will be
eligible for cash prizes ($400-$2400) and will perform at the
MTAC Convention in San Diego.
Who is eligible to participate?
Competitive Division: Solo instrumentalists and vocalists who
are currently studying with an MTAC member, or chamber ensembles
coached by an MTAC member are eligible to participate. See category,
age, and repertoire below(page 2).
Non-Competitive Division: Students who do not wish
to compete in VOCE may instead elect to perform for written comments
only from the judges. Students must study with an MTAC member.
Memorization for non-competitors is optional; and if desired students
may perform only one selection. The registration fee is the same
as competitive division. Parents, teachers, students etc. are
not allowed inside Crivello Hall during the event.
How do I register?
Teachers only: Go to state website and select “MTAC Login.”
On the teacher homepage, select “VOCE” then “Applications”.
After registering, please remember to send a copy of proof of
age (birth certificate or passport) to: Angela Rowland, VOCE Chair,
1565 Hotel Circle S #310, San Diego 92108. Also, send one large
stamped envelope (at least $1.44) and a self-addressed* manila
envelope (9x10 or 10x13) for comment forms, certificate and music
(if necessary) to be returned to the teacher's address*. Proof
of age is not required for the non-competitive division.
Rules and Regulations
Each contestant or ensemble will be allowed up to 9 minutes for
the performance. All music with piano accompaniment must be performed
with a pianist (the teacher is allowed to accompany). Memorization
is required for all pieces except ensemble division. Students
choosing a sonata (where the piano has a prominent part of the
duo, and played by another student) may perform in the ensemble
division with scores. Solo division sonatas are to be played from
memory. Each performer or ensemble must provide an original score
at check-in. Photocopied music at the performance (for students
or judges)—OR failure to provide an original score will
result in immediate disqualification for competitive and non-competitive
divisions.
For complete eligibility and rules, go to state
website and select “MTAC Login.” On the teacher homepage,
select “VOCE” then “Documents.”
Please direct all registration-related questions
to Angela Rowland, (858) 699-9873 or angelarowland02@yahoo.com
(email preferred). You may send the proof of age as an email attachment
for your convenience.
I. VOCE Details
I. CATEGORIES AND AGE LIMITS (as of February 1st of the year of
competition)
A. Vocalists
1. Solo Voice Category
a.
Intermediate: age 17 and under
b.
Senior: age 18 through 23
B. Instrumentalists
1. Solo String Category
a.
Junior: age 12 and under
b.
Intermediate: age 13 through 15
c.
Senior: age 16 through 18
2. Solo Wind Category
a.
Intermediate: age 15 and under
b.
Senior: age 16 through 20
3. Other Instruments (i.e.
percussion/harp)
a.
Intermediate age 15 and under
b.
Senior age 16-through 20
C. Chamber Music Ensembles
1. Instrumental Chamber Music
Ensembles (two to eight students, no professionals)
a.
Intermediate: average age 15 and under
b.
Senior: average age 16 through 20
2. Vocal Chamber Music Ensembles
(three to five students, no professionals)
a.
Senior: average age 23 and under
II. REPERTOIRE
A. Rules
1. All repertoire must include
at least one piece from the standard literature for that category.
2. No transcriptions, arrangements,
or abridged versions will be accepted. An exception will be made
for
those instruments whose repertoire
does not embrace the normal requirements, in which case
respectable transcriptions
may be allowed. Please check with the VOCE Chairs regarding eligibility.
3. All solo repertoire must
be memorized.
B. Vocalists
1. Three selections in the
original language using English and two other languages:
a. One aria
(opera or oratorio), plus two Art songs
OR
b. Two arias
(opera or oratorio), plus one Art song
C. Solo Instrumentalists
1. Two contrasting selections
of different periods, 1.Renaissance/Baroque, 2.Classical, 3.Romantic/
Impressionist, 4. 20th- &
21st-centuries, indicating different styles and tempi.
2. One piece must be a concerto
or an equivalent major work with orchestral accompaniment.
3. Unaccompanied works are
acceptable if paired with a concerto.
4. Soloists in the “Other
Instrument” category should check with the VOCE Chair as
to their required
repertoire.
D. Chamber Music Ensembles
1. Two substantial, contrasting
movements selected from repertoire of different musical periods.
View
the history of VOCE on www.mtac.org
