2009 Edmonton Festival

March 16-20, 2009
Concert Bands
TransAlta Arts Barns

March 17-19, 2009
Jazz Bands
Cosmopolitan Music Society

2008 Edmonton Festival

Jazz & Concert Band Recipients
Mar 10-14, 2008

CONTACTS

Mr. Rob Speers
Edmonton Vice-President

Mr. Roy Townend
Assistant Vice-President

VENUES

CONCERT BANDS
TransAlta Arts Barns
10330 – 84 Avenue
Edmonton, AB  T6E 2G9
Tel: (780) 448-9000
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JAZZ BANDS
Cosmopolitan Music Society
8426 Gateway Boulevard NW
Edmonton, AB  T6E 4B4
Tel: (780) 432-9333
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Edmonton 2008

general Information

Deadline for Registrations was December 21, 2007
All Forms & Downloads

General Information [as below]
Procedures [Concert Bands] [as below]
Procedures [Jazz Ensembles] [as below]

Adjudicators
Adjudication and Awards
Amenities
Arrival
Audience
Background Info Form
Band Set-up Form
Emergency Contact Numbers
Equipment
Events

Forms
MC Form
Performance
Photos
Procedures [Concert Bands]
Procedures [Jazz Bands]
Schedules
Scholarships
Scores
Venues

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adjudication and awards

Adjudication forms and awards will be sent out at the conclusion of the festival. Directors should make sure that they have their extra copies of scores with them at the conclusion of their clinic. All bands will be adjudicated against a standard of performance as established by the AIBF committee. Bands receive “SUPERIOR”, “EXCELLENT” or “GOOD” ratings from each of two adjudicators. One adjudicator gives a written evaluation, while the other provides taped comments of the performance. Bands that receive a “SUPERIOR” rating from both adjudicators will receive “GOLD AWARD” plaques.

The following awards will be presented at the discretion of the adjudicators:

  • MOST OUTSTANDING CONCERT BAND – JUNIOR HIGH
  • MOST OUTSTANDING CONCERT BAND – SENIOR HIGH
  • MOST OUTSTANDING JAZZ ENSEMBLE – JUNIOR HIGH
  • MOST OUTSTANDING JAZZ ENSEMBLE – SENIOR HIGH
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Amenities

Numerous restaurants can be found within walking distance of the venues. Both of the venues are located in the heart of Old Strathcona. The festival location is two blocks north of Whyte Avenue (82ndAvenue) and all of its eclectic stores and restaurants.

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arrival

All buses should arrive northbound on Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street). Cross 83rd Avenue and turn left into an alley at the north end of the Farmer’s Market building. Buses MAY ONLY DROP OFF at the designated spot and then must leave the area to park. STUDENTS SHOULD REMAIN ON BUSES while the DIRECTOR comes in to the registration desk.

At the registration desk, directors will meet their volunteer guide; turn in an MC Form and conductor’s scores (2 per piece) as well as the optional Background Information Form . Once the director has registered, a guide will show the director where his/her group’s instrument cases will be stored.

Directors will then return to their buses and have the students unload and proceed QUIETLY to the designated instrument storage area. Once students and equipment have been unloaded, buses must leave the Arts Barns and park in the parking lot located on the east side of Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street).

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audience

All performances are open to the public at no charge. Parents and friends are encouraged to attend the festival. Your students are encouraged to listen to as many bands as possible. Parents and friends are advised to park in the large lot located on the east side of Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street). There will be a fee for parking.

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Background Info. Form

This form is optional. You may use it to provide any background information about your band that you feel will help the adjudicators to make the festival more meaningful or appropriate for your students. If you use this form, please attach a copy of it to the front cover of the score for your first piece to be performed. (one for each adjudicator)

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Band Set-up Form

Because the stage will be set appropriately for the size of your band, it is essential that you fax the appropriate form to Rob Speers at (780) 438-1465 prior to March 1, 2008.

Concert Band Set-up Form
Jazz Ensemble Set-up Form

Please do your best to work within the set-up provided on stage. If you must change the configuration, it is your responsibility to change it back within your time allotment.

DO NOT REMOVE CHAIRS, STANDS OR EQUIPMENT FROM ANY STAGE.

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Emergency Contact Numbers

TransAlta Arts Barns (780) 448-9000
Cosmopolitan Music Center (780) 432-9333
Rob Speers (780) 232-6215
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Equipment

The Festival will provide only the equipment listed . Auxiliary percussion equipment, mallets, etc. will not be provided. Please note that equipment lists are organized by venue. Please read these lists carefully as it is your responsibility to provide any other equipment necessary for your performance.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY THE FESTIVAL REMAINS IN THE VENUE.

If there is a problem with any festival equipment, please advise a festival representative.

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events

We hope that all Directors will be able to attend the Director’s Reception at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in the TransAlta Arts Barns. This reception will follow the AIBF Feature Concert. Directors, sponsors, adjudicators and dignitaries are invited to attend.

The 2008 Feature Concert will take place at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in the TransAlta Arts Barns. Performing are the Royal Canadian Artillery Jazz and Concert Bands.

Royal Canadian Artillery Band

Tickets for the concert should be pre-ordered PDF icon as they are on a limited first-come, first-served basis. Any remaining tickets will be available at the door. Each Director will be provided with a complimentary ticket; however, they too should be pre-ordered.

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MC Form

Please fill out the enclosed MC Form PDF icon and turn it in at the registration desk when you arrive at the festival. Please type or print neatly, as the MC will introduce your group directly from this form.

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Performance

Grades 1-3 Concert Bands will have 30 minutes on the performance stage followed by a 30-minute clinic with one of the adjudicators in a different room.

Grades 4, 5 and 6 Concert Bands have been given 45-minute time slots on stage followed by a 30-minute clinic. This has been done to accommodate the increased set-up time for percussion that much of this repertoire demands.

Each band will perform 2, 3 or 4 selections at the director’s discretion, provided the time allotment is not exceeded. The festival does not utilize a required or suggested repertoire list. Adjudicators may comment on the suitability and appropriateness of repertoire on the adjudication sheets.

All Jazz Ensembles will have 45 minutes on stage for their performance and clinic.

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PHOTOS

Photos will be taken by Images Unlimited.

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PROCEDURES for concert bands
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1. ARRIVAL — All busses should arrive northbound on Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street). Cross 83rd avenue and turn left into an alley at the north end of the Farmer’s Market building. Busses MAY ONLY DROP-OFF at the designated spot and then must leave the area to park. STUDENTS SHOULD REMAIN ON BUSSES while the DIRECTOR comes in to the registration desk.

At the registration desk, directors will meet their volunteer guide; turn in an MC Form PDF icon and conductor’s scores (2 per piece) as well as the optional Background Information Form.

Once the director has registered, a guide will show the director where his/her group’s instrument cases will be stored. Directors will then return to their busses and have the students unload and proceed QUIETLY to the designated instrument storage area. Once students and equipment have been unloaded, busses must leave the Arts Barns and park in the parking lot located on the east side of Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street).

2. STORAGE ROOMS — Volunteer guides will assist directors and students in locating their designated storage area. This area is for storage of instrument cases. Several groups will be sharing these rooms so PLEASE USE AS LITTLE SPACE AS POSSIBLE to avoid problems. This is not a warm-up room – ABSOLUTELY NO PLAYING.

Storage areas will not be locked so students should not leave valuables unattended. Neither AIBF nor the TransAlta Arts Barns will be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged articles. Groups who arrive early will meet their guides at the storage room no later than 45 minutes prior to performance time.

3. WARM-UP ROOMS —The guides will escort bands to a warm-up area approximately 30 minutes prior to their performance time. This room will be equipped with chairs and stands only. Directors are responsible for bringing their own tuners.

4. PERFORMANCE — The guides will lead bands to the performance area at the appropriate time. The stage manager will assist with any set-up requirements groups may have. The MC will introduce each group before its performance. Please wait for a signal from the adjudicators between each piece. Total stage time is limited to a maximum of 30 minutes including set-up, performance and departure. Grade 4, 5 and 6 bands are allotted 45 minutes to allow for extra percussion set-up. TIME LIMITS WILL BE ENFORCED.

Band directors are reminded to submit an MC Form PDF icon when registering. Please do not change the stage set-up unless this is critical to your success. If you do change it, it is your responsibility to return the stage to its original set-up within your time allotment.

5. CLINIC — The guides will lead each band to the clinic room in a separate building for a half-hour session with an adjudicator. CDs and scores will be retrieved by the guide during this session and given to the director. Adjudication sheets will not be available until the conclusion of the festival.

6. PHOTOS — Following the clinic the guide will lead each band that has made previous arrangements for photos to the photo area. Images Unlimited will be able to take your group photo at this time.

7. STORAGE ROOM — Following the photo session, the guide will lead each band back to their storage area. At this point students will be directed to put away instruments. Groups who stay for the entire day to listen to other groups will need to make alternate arrangements for storing equipment, as our space is extremely limited. We may be able to help. Please indicate this intent when registering your band.

PLEASE ADHERE TO ALL DIRECTIONS FROM YOUR GUIDES

8. RECEPTION – The Director’s Reception will be held in the TransAlta Arts Barns at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. All directors, adjudicators, sponsors and dignitaries are invited.

9. FEATURE CONCERTS – The 2008 Feature Concert will be held at 7:30 PM Wednesday, March 12, 2008. Seating is limited and $8 tickets should be pre-ordered. Remaining tickets will be available at the door for $15.

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PROCEDURES FOR JAZZ ENSEMBLES
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1. ARRIVAL – All busses should arrive northbound on Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street). The main entrance to the Cosmopolitan Music Center is located on the west side of Gateway Boulevard a half block south of 85th Avenue. STUDENTS SHOULD REMAIN ON BUSSES while the DIRECTOR comes in to the registration desk.

At the registration desk, directors will meet their volunteer guide; turn in an MC Form PDF icon and conductor’s scores (2 per piece) as well as the optional Background Information Form PDF icon. Once the director has registered, a guide will show the director where his/her instrument cases will be stored.

Directors will then return to their busses and have the students unload and proceed QUIETLY to the designated instrument storage area. Once students and equipment have been unloaded, busses must park in the parking lot located on the east side of Gateway Boulevard (103rd Street).

2. STORAGE ROOMS – Volunteer guides will assist directors and students in locating their designated storage area. This area is for storage of instrument cases. Several groups will be sharing these rooms so PLEASE USE AS LITTLE SPACE AS POSSIBLE to avoid problems. This is not a warm-up room – ABSOLUTELY NO PLAYING.

Storage areas will not be locked so students should not leave valuables unattended. Neither AIBF nor the Cosmopolitan Music Center will be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged articles. Groups who arrive early will meet their guides at the storage room no later than 45 minutes prior to performance time.

3. WARM-UP ROOMS – The guides will escort bands to a warm-up area approximately 30 minutes prior to their performance time. This room will be equipped with chairs and stands only. Directors are responsible for bringing their own tuners.

4. PERFORMANCE – The guides will lead bands to the performance area at the appropriate time. The stage manager will assist with any set-up requirements groups may have. The MC will introduce each group before its performance. Please wait for a signal from the adjudicators between each piece. Total stage time is limited to a maximum of 45 minutes including set-up, performance, clinic and departure. TIME LIMITS WILL BE ENFORCED.

Band directors are reminded to submit an MC Form PDF icon when registering. Please do not change the stage set-up unless this is critical to your success. If you do change it, it is your responsibility to return the stage to its original set-up within your time allotment.

5. CLINIC – Bands remain on stage where they will be joined by the adjudicators in a clinic session. CDs and scores will be retrieved by the guide during this session and given to the director. Adjudication sheets will not be available until the conclusion of the festival.

6. PHOTOS – Following the clinic the guide will lead each band that has made previous arrangements for photos to the photo area. Images Unlimited will be able to take your group photo at this time.

7. STORAGE ROOM – Following the photo session, the guide will lead each band back to their storage area. At this point students will be directed to put away instruments.

Groups who stay for the entire day to listen to other groups will need to make alternate arrangements for storing equipment, as our space is extremely limited. We may be able to help. Please indicate this intent when registering your band.

PLEASE ADHERE TO ALL DIRECTIONS FROM YOUR GUIDES

8. RECEPTION – The Director’s Reception will be held in the TransAlta Arts Barns at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. All directors, adjudicators, sponsors and dignitaries are invited.

9. FEATURE CONCERTS – The 2008 Feature Concert will be held at 7:30 PM Wednesday, March 12, 2008. Seating is limited and $8 tickets should be pre-ordered. Remaining tickets will be available at the door for $15.

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schedules

Concert Band Schedule PDF icon
Jazz Band Schedule PDF icon

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Scholarships

AIBF Professional Development Scholarships

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Scores

You are required to submit two conductor’s scores for each piece you perform. AIBF does not condone illegal copies of scores.
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Venues

All Concert Band performances take place in the TransAlta Arts Barns located at 10330-84 Avenue. Google map

All Jazz performances take place in the Cosmopolitan Music Center (8426 Gateway Boulevard NW), half a block north of the Arts Barns. Google map

Clinic takes place at:
Knox Free Evangelical Church
8403 - 104 Street
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