HS COMPETITION
SCHEDULE FOR HS COMPETITORS -Please note that the hs competition is likely to run long.
FRIDAY
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7:00 PM
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ACA-IDOL CONCERT. This Collegiate and Semi-Pro Competition is NOT mandatory for HS Competitors, but it is both fun and educational.
Included in VIP, ADULT or DISCOUNT Weekend Pass Tickets at no extra cost. Not included in ClassPasses. |
SATURDAY and Sunday
Time |
SATURDAY Events |
7:30 |
Arrive at Adelphi University Performing Arts Center. Parking is Free. |
8:00 |
Orientation and Soundcheck in MainStage Theater. All Confirmed HS groups MUST complete THIS FORM in advance. |
8:30 |
Soundchecks for all groups, and some tips for improving performance. Groups may quietly and respectfully watch other groups soundcheck until they are called to soundcheck, themselves. It's a great learning opportunity! |
10:45 |
Soundchecks End. Some groups will finish earlier. Those that do are free to attend classes beginning at 9:30AM, or 10AM. |
11:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or any Weekend Pass (VIP, Adult, Discount). Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. |
12:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or Weekend Pass. Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. |
1:00 |
LUNCH Bring your own lunch or purchase food on campus. That's just one building away from the performing arts center where all SingStrong concerts and classes occur! It's about 30 seconds away on foot. Some years we have a Spotlight Showcase at 1PM as well. Access is included in all passes (Class, VIP, Adult, and Discount). |
1:30 |
Doors open for audience members. |
1:40 |
BACKSTAGE CALL for all competing groups. Stage Manager will show you your room. Note posted order. |
2:00 |
CONCERT BEGINS HS Competition Finals. Groups perform for up to 8 min. each. Trophies will be awarded at end of concert. The Single Singers (an open a cappella group) will perform while judges deliberate! Top groups offered chance to open Pro Concerts: SAT 7PM, and SAT 9:30PM; and SUN 2PM . This is an opportunity to open for amazing professionals, but it is not mandatory. If a group cannot accept the honor, the producers may invite a different group top take their spot. IF there is room in the theatre, we encourage groups to view as much of the show as they can. The producer or HS Coordinator will make this clear. Our show emcee will announce from stage when groups that may be viewing the show from the audience need to head backstage. Following the Single Singers performance, All groups will gather on stage for the awards. This will be announced from stage by emcee. After awards, the top 3 groups will choose which of the 3 pro shows they will open for and then communicate this to the HS Coordinator. First choice is granted to 1st place, 2nd to 2nd, 3rd to 3rd, etc. |
5:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or Weekend Pass. Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. NOTE: This class start time is APPROXIMATE. The HS Competition sometimes runs long. We will endeavor to start this class following the completion of the HS Competition if at all possible. |
6:00 ish |
BACKSTAGE CALL for one of the winning HS Groups. This is approximate. Please do NOT arrive later than 6:30! |
7:00 |
One of HS Winning Groups opens for Pro Groups in this PRO SHOW Concert. Any student or teacher with a weekend pass or a concert ticket may attend. (ClassPass does not allow entry) |
8:30 |
OPTIONAL Participation in Silent Auction to benefit fight against Alzheimer’s! |
9:10 |
BACKSTAGE CALL for one of the winning HS groups. |
9:30 |
One of HS Winning Groups opens for Pro Groups in this PRO SHOW Concert. Any student or teacher with a weekend pass or a concert ticket may attend. (ClassPass does not allow entry) |
11:00 |
Approximate Concert End time. |
Time |
SUNDAY Events |
10:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or Weekend Pass. Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. |
11:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or Weekend Pass. Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. |
12:00 |
Classes or Spotlight Showcases are open to students, or groups may apply for a coaching (in advance) for FREE w/ClassPass or Weekend Pass. Whether students may each attend the class of their choice or instead, all stay together as a group is a decision we leave up to each group's directors and chaperones. |
1:00 |
LUNCH Bring your own lunch or purchase food on campus. That's just one building away from the performing arts center where all SingStrong concerts and classes occur! It's about 30 seconds away on foot. Some years we have a Spotlight Showcase at 1PM as well. Access is included in all passes (Class, VIP, Adult, and Discount) |
1:40 |
BACKSTAGE CALL for one of the winning HS groups. |
2:00 |
One of HS Winning Groups opens for Pro Groups in this PRO SHOW Concert. Any student or teacher with a weekend pass or a concert ticket may attend. (ClassPass does not allow entry) PRO SHOW 3 Concert |
4:30 |
Approximate Concert End time. |
PURCHASING TICKETS
Only CONFIRMED groups may compete. To be CONFIRMED, each group must APPLY, receive an ACCEPTANCE email, and then purchase either a Discount Weekend Pass (strongly suggested) or a Weekend Pass, or a VIP Pass for each attendee. For competitors who will compete in the HS Competition and go to classes, but will not attend any other concerts (ACA-IDOL, PRO SHOW 1, PRO SHOW 2, PRO SHOW 3/South Asian Competition), you may purchase a ClassPass.
ClassPasses are the least expensive pass. They were designed to help provide access for people of all means. They grant access to all classes on all days. They allow access to the Spotlight Showcases. They allow ACCEPTED competitors to participate in the HS Competition or ACA-IDOL.
However, ClassPasses do NOT guarantee access to ANY MainStage show, including the HS Competition Finals. For guaranteed access, you must purchase a Discount Weekend Pass or individual tickets. (You may also purchase VIP or Full Weekend Passes.)
Music Educators: SingStrong is Aidable through BOCES Arts in Education. (See info on Ticket Page)
Fans who wish to cheer on our HS competitors should purchase individual tickets to the Saturday 2PM show to see the final HS groups compete. They can also purchase VIP or Weekend Passes. Note: This show often sells out.
ClassPasses are the least expensive pass. They were designed to help provide access for people of all means. They grant access to all classes on all days. They allow access to the Spotlight Showcases. They allow ACCEPTED competitors to participate in the HS Competition or ACA-IDOL.
However, ClassPasses do NOT guarantee access to ANY MainStage show, including the HS Competition Finals. For guaranteed access, you must purchase a Discount Weekend Pass or individual tickets. (You may also purchase VIP or Full Weekend Passes.)
Music Educators: SingStrong is Aidable through BOCES Arts in Education. (See info on Ticket Page)
Fans who wish to cheer on our HS competitors should purchase individual tickets to the Saturday 2PM show to see the final HS groups compete. They can also purchase VIP or Weekend Passes. Note: This show often sells out.
SOUNDCHECKS
All groups will be shown the mic set-up and told which mics are appropriate for bass, vocal percussion, leads, duets, etc. These will be WIRELESS MICS.
Each CONFIRMED group will make mic requests within the HS Competition INFORMATION FORM . Those requests which are approved by our engineer will be available for the HS Competition Finals.
While performing on sound systems is a challenge, it is also a fantastic educational experience that helps prepare young singers for real-world performances. Our sound engineers are highly experienced at mixing a cappella groups, our sound system is first rate, and your judges are instructed to focus on the group's performance, not the sound engineer's performance.
Each CONFIRMED group will make mic requests within the HS Competition INFORMATION FORM . Those requests which are approved by our engineer will be available for the HS Competition Finals.
While performing on sound systems is a challenge, it is also a fantastic educational experience that helps prepare young singers for real-world performances. Our sound engineers are highly experienced at mixing a cappella groups, our sound system is first rate, and your judges are instructed to focus on the group's performance, not the sound engineer's performance.
COACHING
After all members have purchased Weekend Passes (or Class Passes if necessary), groups may request a coaching here.