Woodwind & Brass Festival
A performance and adjudication opportunity for woodwind and brass students, offering valuable feedback to support their musical growth.
A Chance to Perform, Learn & Grow
South Shore Conservatory's Woodwind & Brass Festival offers students an opportunity to develop their musicianship through performance and thoughtful adjudicator feedback.
Whether preparing for an upcoming audition or looking to gain more performance experience, students can share their work, receive constructive comments and identify areas for continued growth.
At SSC, we believe performance opportunities are an important part of a student's musical education, encouraging growth through preparation, practice and reflection.
Why Participate?
Build Performance Experience
Practice presenting prepared repertoire in a supportive educational setting.
Receive Valuable Feedback
Gain constructive comments from an adjudicator to help guide continued development.
Prepare for Future Auditions
Use the experience to strengthen preparation for upcoming musical opportunities.
Choose How to Participate
The Woodwind & Brass Festival offers students two opportunities to share their musical progress.
Competition Entry
Students perform prepared repertoire for adjudication in a competitive setting, gaining valuable performance experience while demonstrating their musical development.
Comments Only
Students perform for constructive adjudicator feedback without entering the competition. This option provides an opportunity to receive guidance and prepare for future auditions or performances.
Eligibility & Performance Requirements
Students should review the following participation guidelines before registering for the festival.
Who Can Participate?
- Current SSC students enrolled in private or semi-private lessons, SSC Youth Orchestra (SSCYO) or chamber ensembles.
- Students must be in good standing with enrollment, payment plans and registration requirements.
- Faculty approval and an SSC instructor's signature are required.
- SSC reserves the right to determine applicant eligibility.
Performance Guidelines
- Prepare a piece or movement written for your instrument that best represents your musical abilities.
- Performances may not exceed five minutes.
- Classical, jazz, pop and other appropriate musical styles are welcome.
- Provide one clean, legible copy of your music for the adjudicator.
- Each participant will receive an assigned performance time.
Competition Divisions
Students participating for comments only will receive adjudicator feedback without competing for placement.
Woodwind & Brass Festival 2026
Ready to Participate?
Join us for the Woodwind & Brass Festival on Saturday, November 7! Download the festival information and registration form to review participation guidelines and complete your application.
All applications must be received by Sunday, November 1. Please review the participation requirements and ensure your registration includes all required signatures.