Competition in whistling contest is like other contests where you must be well prepared with rehearsals, develop selfconfidence, and be motivated to win . Following are some suggestions for the whistlers who are participating in the IWC contests for the first time.
WHISTLING SCHOOL
Perhaps you may wish to register for classes in the International School for Whistlers in Louisburg preceding the contest. If you have stage fright, ask about how to overcome this common response when facing an audience.
SONG CHOICE
If you know an experienced or professional whistler, seek advise on what songs best fit your personal style.
PRACTICE
Practice, practice, practice, as in any performing art or sports activity. There is not a substitute.
SUPPORT MUSIC
Choose superior quality tapes for your backup. The judges will appreciate this and so will the audience. Please, no vocal music or whistling background on your backup tapes.
TAPE DIFFICULTY
If something goes wrong technically with your tape when you present it to the stage technician, rather than stand and become more nervous, look toward the MC who by that time should be saving the delay with announcements or information. If the difficulty becomes prolonged, the MC will continue with the next contestant on the schedule and return to you when the tape is ready.
SOUND CLARITY
Choose only instrumental music to prevent the sounds of vocalist or choirs interfering with the purity of your whistleparticularly in the classical selection. (See Support Music above)
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
If you plan to use a musical instrument (or instruments) live (Allied Arts only), be sure it is of good quality, tuned and ready, to prevent it from being a distraction to the judges and audience.
AUDIENCE
Look at the audience, not the ceiling or the floor. Some whistlers close their eyes and show deep emotion by facial expressions. This may be effective and impress both the judges and the audience, but it would not be an advantage if its overuse appears to be avoiding the audience. | |
