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WorksheetsConcert Etiquette for Performers
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
When should you arrive for the performance?
At concert time
Early enough to run to my chair before concert time
Early enough to warm-up and make sure my materials are ready for the performance
After concert time
Gum, candy, and sugary drinks are allowed before and during the concert.
True
False
You made a mistake during the concert. You should...
Look at your neighbor with an accusing look on your face
Slap your forehead in disbelief
Keep playing, not letting on that you made a mistake
Put down your instrument and look at your director
Ripped jeans and skirts above the knee are appropriate concert apparel.
True
False
It is appropriate for performers to wave to audience members during the concert.
True
False
Black or navy blue slacks/pants and white socks are a good idea for concert attire.
Yes
No
Only if you are a Michael Jackson impersonator
Focus your attention on the podium so you do not miss an instruction or cue.
True
False
While sitting, a good posture with a flat back and slightly lifted chin will make you look professional and helps you produce a better tone.
True
False
After a few measures of rests, you should bring up your instrument two measures before your next entrance.
True
False
What is an entrance?
What is a rest?
It’s bad form to practice things you’re about to perform on stage right before the concert.
True
False
At the end of the concert, when the director asks you to stand and accept applause from the audience, you should hide behind the person in front of you.
True
False
What should you do after the concert?
Carefully put away your materials.
Leave your materials on stage.
Let your parents put away your materials.
Let your director put away your materials.
When it sounds like the player behind you put their instrument through a wood chipper, the worst thing you can do is...
Continue with the performance
Turn and look at them
Don't make any facial expressions
After finishing a piece, the rule is to wait until the applause is done and then get the next piece up.
True
False
Wearing the right clothing is important for the performer to look professional.
True
False
