Flutists of all ages are invited to join us in a Virtual Flute Choir performance of “Mele Kalikimaka” arranged by Lance Suzuki..

eligibility

Flutists of all ages. Non-Hawaii residents are welcome. HFS membership is encouraged, but not required. Membership starts at at $2/month for students and $5/month for adults.

supplies needed

  • Two devices (one capable of recording video/audio)

  • Earphones

  • Sheet music (printed or on a tablet)

  • Holiday style and Aloha attire are welcome.

how to participate

  1. Register below and select up to 2 parts you would like to record. Parts will be assigned on a first-come-first-served basis.

  2. Download your sheet music and practice your part(s) with the mp3 track. Both are linked below.

  3. When you receive confirmation from HFS, record your video following the recording instructions below.

  4. Submit your video using this Google Form (1 GB max): https://forms.gle/1vWCU8dbpxM25ajXA

DEADLINE FOR VIDEO SUBMISSIONS: DECEMBER 9, 2020

Register

Sheet Music & Backing Tracks

Recording Track

Recording Instructions & Tips

Please film in “Landscape” orientation (pictured left)

Please film in “Landscape” orientation (pictured left)

  1. Practice your part with the practice video above.

  2. Set up your two devices:

    1. Recording device (smartphone, camcorder, etc.). If possible, please record in 1080p, 30 frames per second (fps). Please record in Landscape (horizontal) orientation.

    2. Playback device connected to earphones to hear Backing Track. IMPORTANT: the backing track and clicks should not be audible in your final video.

  3. Play the Recording Track and follow the directions. Once you reach the two claps, please do not pause or fast forward the Recording Track. The claps are used to align your video with the music.

  4. Play your part, making sure to observe all rests.

  5. When the music stops, please smile and the camera and wave (or shaka) for approximately 5 seconds.

  6. When you are done recording a take, listen to the playback and be critical (but gentle) about your performance. Things to listen for:

    1. Intonation.

    2. Playing proper rhythms.

    3. Start of notes (attacks).

    4. Note/phrase endings (releases).

  7. Upload your best recording to the Google Form: https://forms.gle/1vWCU8dbpxM25ajXA

Video Recording Tips

  1. If you are using a smartphone, use the back-facing camera (not the selfie camera).

  2. Make sure that your face is as well-lit as possible. For example, sit in front of a sunny window or temporarily move a lamp.

  3. Avoid backlighting (light coming from behind you). It doesn’t matter how beautiful your view is, we prefer to see the light on your face.

  4. Do a short test video before recording a full take to check your settings.

Lance’s tips for recording yourself with a smartphone…