TIMING
Choose your selections to be within the contest time: popular, 4 minutes or less; allied arts, 4 minutes or less; and classical, 5 minutes or less.
DRESS CODE
The IWC does not require a particular dress code. What the board of directors has noticed during the past is that most whistlers choose casual clothes for their popular music, and dress in business clothes (sometimes black tie or formal gowns) for classical music. Allied arts can be more theatrical with a wide range of choices.
WHISTLING STYLE
The IWC does not prescribe a particularly type or style of whistling. Some whistlers pucker to whistle out, some whistle in, some do both. Others whistle through their teeth, or use their fingers or hands. (The IWC has noted that judges in the past have given national championships to whistlers who use their fingers, their hands, and on one occasion to a ventriloquist.) However, in recent years, a substantial majority of whistling contestants, professionals, and judges have requested the guidelines for classical and popular music emphasize the pucker style. The IWC encourages the judges to be as flexible as possible in their judgment of whistling styles as an art form. If in doubt, the IWC suggests that you inform the chief judges of your feelings or intentions.
CLASSIC EMPHASIS
The IWC has noticed that some judges expect classical selections to be treated formally. Suggestions have been to treat the music as would an opera singerwith poise, grace, and appropriate gestures. The IWC leaves the choice open to individual whistlers.
LIP BALM and WATER
Whistlers have dry mouths and lips like all other vocalists. Be prepared immediately before going on stage to use your favorite lip balm, and have a glass of water nearby.
FIRST TIME SESSION
Attend the session for whistlers who are participating for the first time, usually during the whistling school. This will give you a change to ask questions about these guidelines and other topics.
CONVENTION EVENTS
Try to attend all the events of the Convention. As a result you can meet new and more seasoned whistlers who identify with your feelings about whistling.
ASSISTANCE
Ask about things you need. Someone will be available to help.
HAPPY WHISTLING!!
Do not take whistling too seriously. Relax , enjoy it, and share time and suggestions with others. If you do not win all the awards you strive for this year, there will be another time. Happy Whistling! | |
