Performance Tips For Musicians
- Eat lightly before a Concert. Be well rested and prepared for Concerts.
- Arrive early at the Concert location. Be sure to bring all music and the necessary equipment with you. (mutes, water bottles, etc.)
- Dress in an appropriate manner - concert dress (white top, black bottom, black shoes, and black socks or black nylons/tights). Your personal appearance contributes to our overall look/presentation.
- Do not talk or laugh during the performance. Help establish the appropriate atmosphere for the audience members to appreciate and enjoy your music. Act like a professional on stage.
- Rise and accept applause when you are asked to do so by your Director.
- Within a selection of music, attempt to turn your pages quietly.
- If someone makes an error, do not look at that person and focus the audience's attention on them. Most listeners will not notice/hear the problem if you don't react.
- Try to relax and put into practice all of the things that you have learned prior to the Concert. Being carefully prepared through regular practice will help eliminate your nervousness.
- Never tap your feet during a performance. If you find it necessary, wiggle a toe inside your shoe to keep the beat, so that it is not visible/audible to the audience or other Band members.
- Bring a water bottle for your use on stage!
