New Heart CMF 2024 Guidelines and Information

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Eligibility

K-12 students, solo instrumentalists and vocalists

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Festival Schedule

Each performer will be assigned an approximate performance time between 9am-1pm on April 6th. The CMF Award Ceremony and Honor Concert will be held at 3pm on the same day, and all performances will be open to the public. Each registrant's solo performance time will be published on March 25th.

Music Requirements

One or two hymn(s) (English lyrics), Christian music arrangement, or classical sacred music not to exceed a total of 4 minutes in length. Any performance that exceeds 4 minutes may be stopped at the judges' discretion. Please bring a copy of the sheet music for our judges. We reserve the right to accept or decline the chosen music. 

**Performers should provide their own accompanists or soundtracks as needed. 

Award Categories

All participants will receive a Festival Award Ribbon, Certificate, and Judge’s Critique. Selected Blue Ribbon Recipients will receive a $50 scholarship, perform during the 3pm Honor Concert, and will be featured on our website.

Divisions

• Primary Elementary: K - 2nd grade

• Intermediate Elementary: 3rd - 5th grade

• Middle School: 6th - 8th grade

• High School: 9th - 12th grade

Rating Criteria

Participants will be judged according to musical interpretation, expression, intonation, rhythm, sound quality and stage presentation.

Fee

$35 per entry, non-refundable

Registration Deadline

Monday, March 18, 2024 (registration may close early if all spaces are filled)

Judges

Faculty member(s) of the New Heart Christian School of Music

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New Heart Christian School of Music Policies:

1. One parent or guardian of the performer must be present during the performer's solo performance on April 6th.

2. The New Heart Christian School of Music and New Heart Music Ministries may use photos/images of your child for future publications or promotional materials, as long as no identifying information is displayed or shown.

3. Parents are responsible for the safety of their children while on the New Heart Christian School of Music premises.

4. The New Heart Christian School of Music, together with New Heart Music Ministries, shall not be held liable for any accident, injury, loss, theft, or damage which might be sustained on our premises in conjunction with any school-related lessons, activities, or functions.