Pre-UIL & UIL

UIL stands for University Interscholastic League. It is a state-implemented ensemble evaluation (like a STAAR test for orchestra) which is typically held in late February. The event consists of two portions, a concert and a sightreading portion. These events are judged by three adjudicators who are state-accredited music educator evaluators. The ensemble receives a score based on a standardized rubric for each event, helpful comments from each judge, and professionally recorded audio.

 

This event happens during the school day and is a district-wide event for all orchestra, band, choir, and theater programs. Students wear formal concert attire and are expected to be in good academic standing with other classes. Pre-UIL is a practice experience that occurs approximately two weeks before the actual contest date. Pre-UIL helps the students feel more prepared for the actual event.