Students of ARMTA Calgary teachers are invited to submit an original creative video that visually portrays a piece of music or speech arts that they are studying or have recently studied.
Five prizes are available!
First place: $125
Second place: $100
Three random draws of $50
General Rules and Regulations
Entry requires:
1) an online application form 2) a signed consent form (must be signed by parent or guardian if the student is under 18) 3) upload of student’s video in .mp4, .mv4, .mov, .wmv, .avi, .webm, .mkv, or .flv format. 4) students must be studying with an ARMTA Calgary member in good standing at the time of submission 5) only one submission per student per competition 6) all entries are expected to be in good taste and obscene or inappropriate work will be disqualified
To be eligible for a prize, videos must meet these guidelines:
Videos are original and created by a student, with minimal assistance: a. Student is responsible for ideas and direction b. An assistant can help with the filming c. A student can receive instruction on editing the video, but they must be involved in the process. Edits should be the student’s idea
Only solo pieces/selections are allowed (soloist, plus accompanist if applicable)
Extras can appear in the video as non-performers
Student must be seen performing their piece or selection for a minimum of 30 seconds
Any additional music/speech in the video must be performed by the student (with exception of an accompanist for musical submissions)
Camera should be in landscape orientation
Video must utilize a minimum of two props
Outfit worn should reflect the piece or selection
Maximum video length is 5min (can be a complete piece or shortened version)
Original compositions are allowed
Winners' videos will be published on our website and in our Impromptu newsletter