Registration for the March 2024 Regional and State Festivals CLOSED on November 3.

It may still be possible to register despite the deadline having passed. If you missed the registration period and are interested in participating, please EMAIL Festival Coordinator, Mr. John Hermanson to inquire about this possibility.

Festival fees are $300 for Regional and $300 for State. REGISTRATION with PAYMENT was due Friday, November 3.

Regional Dates:

Monday, March 4, 2024 at Wasson Academic Campus in Colorado Springs

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Cherokee Trail High School in Aurora

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Fairview High School in Boulder

Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Fort Collins High School in Fort Collins

State Dates:

Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Metropolitan State University in Denver

Friday, April 12, 2024 at Metropolitan State University in Denver

In order to be considered for State, you must register and pay for State at the same time that you register for Regional. If you are not selected for State, you will receive a refund.

Format:

At all events, you will have 30 minutes to warm-up, 30 minutes to perform (20 minutes of music maximum), and a dedicated 30 minute clinic with a national-level clinician. You are required to listen to two other groups at the festival.

Music:

The music you choose is up to you and you should choose what you feel is appropriate for your ensemble. There is no time or literature requirement beyond the 20-minute maximum. If you are selected for State, you must either add or change one piece.