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Polyphony. (Professional Resources).(Gary Amano and Dennis Hirst interviewed on music competitions)(Interview)
The Competition Dilemma
This column presents a guest interview with Gary Amano and his colleague Dennis Hirst from Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Both Amano and Hirst have had numerous winners in MTNA national, division and state competitions. We felt readers might be interested in some of their insights and views about entering students in competitions.
Jane Magrath: What is the teacher's role in entering students in competitions?
Dennis Hirst: Teachers have the responsibility of stressing musical development and preparation over winning, and encouraging students to be respectful of other competitors and of the music. Competition results ...
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