HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND 2010 SPIRIT OF CARROUSEL AWARD

This award will be given to one high school marching band each year regardless of class. This award includes a $500 cash award to the school as well as the honor of being designated the Honor (Lead) Band for the following year's parade.

In addition to the Spirit of Carrousel Award, three $250 awards will be given to the bands (excluding the Spirit of the Carrousel Award Winner) with the remaining highest score in each of three classes:

Class AAA      75 winds and up
Class AA        50-74 winds
Class A          Up to 49 winds

Bands may choose to be considered or not considered for this award.

Selection criteria is based on a 100 point scale. Scoring Breakdown is as follows:

Execution (Music)                                            30 points
    Tone quality, Intonation
    Balance & Blend
    Precision, Style, Accuracy
Execution (Marching)                                       20 points
    Alignment, Spacing,
    Uniformity of Steps
    Posture & Bearing,
    Instrument Carriage
General Effect (Visual)                                     25 points
    Pride & Confidence,
    Auxiliary Contribution
    Precision, Posture & Bearing
General Effect (Music)                                      25 points
    Music appropriate to the event
    Musicality
    Crowd Appeal,
    Emotional Appeal

The Selection Committee will consist of four (4) band professionals.