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The Rock Band Recital is the most fun and unique event of the year! Students perform a song of their choice with a full rock band including acoustic, electric, bass guitar, keyboard, and drums. Some students choose to sing and play their own song, but all of them grow in their understanding of chords, improvising, and playing with an ensemble!

Performance Opportunities for Students

Rock Band Recital

Students thrive when they work toward achievable goals and feel successful in their musical endeavors. I enjoy participating in a variety of musical events throughout the year and giving my students many opportunities to perform. Here are some of the events that we participate in every year:

STAC

STAC (Student Teacher Achievement Clinic) is a fun and non competitive atmosphere. Students can play pieces in many different styles, compose and improvise their own music, or even write a paper on their favorite composer. There is something for everyone. Students enjoy the opportunity to have another teacher speak into their playing, and they come away with a sense of accomplishment!

IMTA

The Iowa Music Teacher's Association offers a couple of opportunities for students to grow as performers of classical repertoire. The IMTA Festival is a master class designed to stretch students in their understanding of their music. And the IMTA Audition is an annual competition where students play at least three pieces from the IMTA syllabus in varying styles. Students who win the regional competition are invited to compete in the state competition and perform in the NAMTA recital for local teachers. 

The Federation Festival is a motivating performance opportunity because students are working toward the achievement of a trophy. The National Federation of Music Clubs offers a syllabus of music to choose from by American composers. Students prepare a piece from this syllabus and a choice piece to perform for a judge who gives them a rating that earns points toward a trophy. 

Federation Festival
Spring Recital

The Spring Recital is a fun time to gather with friends and families to hear the students perform their latest accomplishments!

Festival of Trees

Festival of the Trees is an event that takes place in the lobby of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on UNI Campus. The students perform Christmas music for friends, family, and passerbys who are there to enjoy the festive atmosphere. 

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