Student musicians at Hester Junior High got a chance for some one-on-one feedback on Feb. 7, a change from their normal group performances.
During the Band Solo event, three outside music teachers were brought in to hear students play individually.
More Top Picks How Long Does Vision Therapy Take To Show Results
“With the band, there’s always someone else to fall back on,” said Band Director Greg Helton. “There could be 10 other clarinetists doing the part.”
The judges — three music teachers brought in the from Burbank school system this year — fill out a judging sheet that considers factors including whether student play in tune, have nice tune, appropriate rhythm, accurate, play correct notes and have good stage presentation.
Ninety student musicians in sixth, seventh and eighth grades each played seven minutes.
“I think its valuable,” Helton said, adding that the school has been holding a Band Solo event for at least 26 years.