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AWARDS

Special Awards | Overall Awards | Esprit de Corps| Special Recognition

The awards presented by FESTIVALS OF MUSIC provide an incentive for the students in the various performing organizations to strive for excellence in their performances while being adjudicated by some of the nation's finest musicians and music educators. As a reward for these efforts and accomplishments, FESTIVALS OF MUSIC presents distinctive and impressive trophies and plaques that are sure to provide many years of pride and fond memories. These awards are presented at the Grand Finale Awards Presentation.

The following awards are presented at each festival (relative to the groups attending):

Rating Only: Each performing organization will receive a trophy with the appropriate rating of either Superior, Excellent, Good or Fair. Performing groups participating in the rating only category are not eligible for Overall Ensemble Awards, but are eligible for Individual Awards.
Competition: In addition to receiving one of the above listed ratings, organizations that elect to compete will also be ranked highest to lowest by their numerical score. Every performing ensemble will receive a trophy.

Special Awards**

Special Music Awards In addition to the ensemble trophies, individuals and sections have the opportunity to receive special recognition with the following awards.

Parade: Outstanding Auxiliary
Jazz Ensemble: Outstanding Soloist*, Outstanding Jazz Section
Choral: Outstanding Student Accompanist*, Outstanding Soloist*

*Denotes Individual Awards which may be selected from adjudicated selections only.

**Special Awards will be presented only when there are at least two groups in competition

Overall Awards**

Only organizations electing to compete are eligible for these awards

Choral: Three overall Choral Awards will be presented.**

One to the highest scoring High School Mixed Choir
One to the highest scoring High School Jazz Swing Choir, Show Choir, Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir, or Madrigal Choir
One to the highest scoring Junior High/Middle School Choir, regardless of class.

Concert Band: Two overall Concert Band awards will be presented.**

One to the highest scoring High School Concert Band, regardless of class. The William D. Revelli Trophy/plaque
One to the highest scoring Junior High/Middle School Concert Band.

Jazz Ensemble: Two overall Jazz Ensemble awards will be presented.**

One to the highest scoring High School Jazz Ensemble, regardless of class.
One to the highest scoring Junior High/Middle School Jazz Ensemble.

Orchestra/String Orchestra: Two overall Orchestra/String Orchestra awards will be presented.**

One to the highest scoring High School Orchestra/String Orchestra, regardless of class.
One to the highest scoring Junior High/Middle School String Orchestra.

Marching: One overall Marching awards will be presented.**

One to the highest scoring Parade band, regardless of class.

**Overall awards will be presented only when there are at least two groups in competition. When there is only one organization competing a first place trophy will be awarded, but no overall plaque will be presented. There must always be two groups in competition for an overall plaque presentation. JH/MS and HS ensembles are not in competition with each other.

Esprit de Corps

FOM Awards The Festivals of Music Esprit de Corps Award offers the opportunity to recognize participating organizations which display an exemplary attitude of positive support and outstanding personal behavior. Unlike other trophies that focus on musical achievement based on the scores of the adjudication panel, this coveted prize spotlights the performance of the students throughout the festival weekend as they demonstrate their highest level of responsible behavior. Personal integrity, quality character values, a desire for excellence, and a spirit of cooperation serve as the cornerstone qualities of the Esprit de Corps Award.

We are delighted to announce the Festivals of Music Esprit de Corps trophy will now bear the name of one of our nations most respected and admired music educators. Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser. "Dr. Tim" has been a long-time member of the Festivals of Music family; his signature contribution over the past two decades is clearly recognized as an exclusive benefit to all. It is with enthusiastic fanfare we proudly title this award in his honor; a trophy that personifies the message he brings to countless students, directors and parents throughout the nation.

Special Recognition

Festivals of Music "HALL OF FAME ": We have searched for an avenue of recognition for our loyal family members. During the Awards Ceremony we will be inducting several directors into our "Hall of Fame" who have been with us for five or more years. It will be a thrill for the students and parents to be on hand for this prestigious moment as we honor our esteemed colleagues. We will also recognize the past recipients of this award.
Festivals of Music 10 Year Awards: Schools that have traveled with Festivals of Music for ten or more years will be recognized at the Awards Ceremony and a gift will be given to the director as a token of our appreciation. Past recipients of this award will be recognized at the ceremony.
Festivals of Music 15 Year Awards: Many of our schools have passed this milestone, 15 or more years of participation with Festivals of Music. A special commendation for one premier organization from another.
Festivals of Music 20 Year Awards: There are music educators that have participated in our programs for over twenty years. We commend their commitment to their students and to music education. Special recognition is given to these outstanding programs as they pass this significant landmark.

The Twenty Year Award is a yearly $1,000.00 scholarship, given in the name of the Music Director. Renewable every five years, this scholarship is awarded to a music student chosen by the Music Director.