Steps to Make Your Recording

Making a recording has two main points to it:

First, your personal message. Start your video recording by making a personal message. Messages should include your first name (ONLY your first name!), your graduation year, the instrument you play, the name of your piece, and a small tidbit or fun fact about yourself, your piece, or your relationship to music.

For example: "Hi, my name is Max and I am a junior at Bellarmine College Prep. Today I will be playing one of my favorite pieces for the piano, All of Me. This love ballad by John Legend has always stood out to me and I hope you enjoy it as well. Stay safe and be well."

Second, perform your piece to share (accepted performances include: musical performances, both instrumental and vocal. Vocalists may perform with a recording)

Here are some additional things to consider:

• Attire -- Wear something appropriate to represent our school. This is definitely not formal attire. Maybe just not quite PJs... If you are in a Bellarmine Music Department ensemble, then please consider wearing the shirt given to for your ensemble.

• Camera angle -- We should be able to see your hands (if you are playing an instrument) and face. Also, the camera should be in LANDSCAPE (horizontal) mode, not vertical.

• The last note -- If you're recording yourself, make sure to hold the last note and finish BEFORE reaching to stop the video! We will edit all videos so don’t worry about chopping off the ends.

If you have addition question, visit our FAQ's page below, or contact us.