Benton Community Concert Etiquette 

Student concerts are the culmination of many weeks of demanding preparation. A portion of that preparation involves instruction in the appropriate types of behavior while in performance. In an effort to provide both performers and audience with an enjoyable concert experience, we offer these guidelines for audience behavior. By observing these, everyone contributes to the success of the concert.

It is important to attend the entire concert out of respect to the efforts and dedication of all those involved. 

If one must leave or enter while the concert is in progress, please do so only during the applause between selections.

 Please refrain from conversation during musical selections.

Young children develop audience habits early. Please help them to understand and follow the noise during the performance guideline. That may necessitate removing them from the concert hall for a time.  Please know that at Benton Community we encourage you to bring younger siblings to the events.  We feel it's important family time and also a way to teach young ones concert manners from a young age.  If they never have an opportunity to attend these events.

Applause at the end of a jazz solo or show choir solo is appropriate to the style, but it is not commonly expected during a band or choral solo. In the same manner it is usually appropriate to hold applause in a multi-movement selection until the whole piece has concluded.

 Finally, we deeply appreciate your attendance at our concerts. We understand that many people attend in support of a specific person. Please remember that while your person may have completed his/her contribution, someone seated next to you could be listening intently for another special person's  performance. Please help everyone enjoy all performances by respectfully adhering to these guidelines. We encourage you to revel in the efforts and achievements of all the performers. Thank you!!