On Saturday March 14, 2009, Women’s Choir, Singers, Chorale and Madrigals participated in the KMEA District 7 Festival Assessment.  Festival is one of the most important performances of our year because it is the only time of the year where we are critically evaluated and most importantly are asked to demonstrate music literacy skills. 
The advanced groups received distinguished ratings on their performance and sight-reading.  We wanted to share some of the outstanding comments from the four judges:

Women’s Choir: “Nice contrasting selections.” - June Williams, Scott County High School, Retired
Women’s Choir: “Congratulations on your hard work!  I enjoyed the performance.” -Dr. Greg Detweiler, Morehead State University
Women’s Choir: “Wonderful selection.  Nice way to open the day.” - Lisa Jury, Madison Southern High

Lafayette Singers: “You are strong readers – congrats to you!  I can tell you’ve worked hard.  Keep listening to your director.  You’re lucky to have him!” – Ashley Tyree, Montgomery County High School, Sight-reading judge.
Lafayette Singers: “Intonation was outstanding!  Your performance was very musical and piece selections were well chosen for this group.” - June Williams, Scott County High School, Retired
Lafayette Singers: “Wonderful vocal control throughout, and good manipulation of dynamics.  Very nice selections!  Great on-stage presence.  Students, thank your director for his expertise!” - Lisa Jury, Madison Southern High
Lafayette Singers: “Excellent Choice of literature.  Good attention to balance of parts.  Strong performance” -Dr. Greg Detweiler, Morehead State University

Chorale: “Loved this performance!  Thank you for your diligence and attention to detail – definitely defines the difference between good and great!!” – Lisa Jury, Madison Southern High School
Chorale: “Very mature [sound quality].  Excellent intonation!  Exceptional musicians and teacher! ” – Ashley Tyree, Montgomery County High School, Sight-reading judge
Chorale: “Excellent attention to intonation.  Excellent Literature.  Impressive performance.” -Dr. Greg Detweiler, Morehead State University
Chorale: “Great job.  You are a fine ensemble.” - June Williams, Scott County High School, Retired

Madrigals: “Great Music!  Outstanding Stage presence. Wonderful way to close this morning’s assessment!  Bravo!” – Lisa Jury, Madison Southern High School
Madrigals: “Congratulations on your mastery of intonation problems in this difficult literature.  Excellent repertoire.  You are a superior group.” -Dr. Greg Detweiler, Morehead State University
Madrigals: “Wonderful, beautiful quality [tone].  Excellent! [technique and interpretation].  Very professional sound and presentation!” - June Williams, Scott County High School, Retired