Dear Florida ASTA members, parents and students:
The 2008 Florida Chapter of the ASTA Solo Competition will take place in October. The competition this year will consist of a recorded tape round only. The winning recordings will be sent to represent Florida at the National Semi-Final round.
2007 National Solo Competition finalist Brett Gardner with his teacher, John Parris, and former student Ben Pila
Selected contestants from the National Semi-Final round will compete live for awards and prizes at the final round, which will take place during the ASTA National Conference in Atlanta, GA from March 19–23, 2009. The recorded competition format is a terrific opportunity for students to work on building a refined recording archive of their playing.
Download the repertoire list, recording information, and application, and please consult the ASTA competition website should there be any questions. Please note that the October 27 deadline must be strictly enforced.
Saturday, November 1st, 2008, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Doors open at 8:00 a.m. for registration and sign-in
Free Concert at 4:30 pm — Open to the Public
Featured Clinician: Scott Kluksdahl
Hosted by: Saint Andrew’s School, Claudio Jaffé, Orchestra Director
-- All ages and skill levels welcome --
Four cellists at the 2007 Cellobration
Celebrating our 14th year! An enjoyable full day of cello choir playing, a master class, clinician’s recital, and socializing. At the end of the day’s activities, we will present a concert for friends and family to enjoy. Please tell your students and colleagues that all are welcome, at any performance level, to spend this special day with fellow cellists and master teachers.
Download an application for Cellobration participation. Pre-registration fee is $30 per student and must be postmarked by October 17. Registration fee after Oct. 17 or at the door is $38 and begins at 8:00 am on Saturday morning. For more information, please call Jody Atwood at (305) 364-0099 or (786) 554-4883.
