Book Promotion is a formal concert in which students are recognized
for their progress through the Suzuki literature. This event is open to
all VSSA string students. The concert will be performed on the morning
of April in conjunction with VSSA's Final Group Concert.
The annual Book Promotion program gives students, parents and teachers
a way to mark progress and celebrate the accomplishments of the participants.
It also gives new students and parents a way to appreciate and understand
the path that lies before them. More advanced students can enjoy their
role as models for the less advanced, by performing beautifully polished
pieces, and remember where they came from and what they have accomplished.
Following is the necessary information for teachers and student families,
and an application form. When you are on or beyond the designated piece
in each book, you may apply for Book Promotion. It is important
that teachers work closely with their students, making a recommendation
to prepare the application tape only when a student is ready and can be
successful. This should be a positive experience.
Steps to take:
1. Have required pieces well prepared and memorized.
2. Make tape from memory (during the private lesson, when possible).
3. Have your teacher listen to and approve the tape.
4. Submit application form and tape by March 1st.
The tapes will be heard by a panel of Suzuki instructors, who will complete
a comment sheet for each tape, based on the following elements:
Note and rhythm accuracy, Clean articulation,
Beautiful tone, Appropriate tempo,
consistent throughout, Dynamics,
Good balance (if accompanied)
Note: The listening panels will be paying particular attention this year
to the tempo of each taped piece
(Is it consistent? Does the student avoid slowing down
in hard spots?). Please observe metronome markings
on chart, where given.
Click here for the qualification details
Book Promotion
Awards
Each student participant receives a certificate of award.
In addition, each student may choose between a trophy and an instrument-shaped
pin. Exception: Twinkle graduates are given the certificate and a special
Twinkle award.
Dates and deadlines
Book Promotion Concert: April 22, 2006.
Tape deadlines: - Application packet must be postmarked by March 1st.
No late tapes will be accepted.
Listening panels will complete their assessments no later than March 20th.
Each student who is accepted will be sent a letter confirming this, and
giving further information. If your tape is not accepted by the review
panel, you will be notified.
Questions? Contact Lani Hill at (480) 722-2851, or bluemesa@byu.net
This form, student’s tape and correct fee, should be postmarked by March
1st. No late tapes or applications will be accepted. Packets may be hand-delivered
at group lessons.
Mail to: Lani Hill, 17649 S. 140th St., Gilbert AZ 85296
