Solo and Ensemble

Congratulations to all the fantastic performers that participated in the 2026 OMEA District 4 Solo & Ensemble Festival/Contest at McNary High School. Please view the 2026 S&E Masked Results at the link above. The results today will automatically be submitted to the OSAA Solo Music Contest and OMEA State Chamber Ensemble Contest through Opus. 

General Info:

Date: Saturday, March 6, 2027

Location: McNary High School, 595 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR 

Who: Any middle and high school students attending a D4 school. 

Available categories:

• Instrumental: Brass, Woodwind, Strings, Percussion

• Vocal: Soprano, Mezzo, Alto, Tenor, Baritone/Bass, Vocal Ensemble

  • 1. 1. 1. • Contemporary Vocal Ensemble: 2-16 ensemble members (no distinction between ‘small’ or ‘large’ ensemble, Music can be anything contemporary (jazz, contemporary a cappella, musical theater, pop, etc) All entries will be a part of the same competitive category.

• Mariachi Ensemble (returning this year)

Cost:

• $20 per solo

• $20 + $1 per student in an ensemble

• NO separate school registration fee!

Registration:

• Opens: January 11, 2027 

• Closes: Wednesday, February 10, 2027

• Late registrations: February 11-12 = $10 late fee per entry 

  • None will be accepted after this date!

• Email S&E Chair Ashley Stegner directly with late registrations or schedule questions. stegner_ashley@salkeiz.k12.or.us 

• Use the OPUS platform for registration and credit card payments: https://contest.opusevent.com/ 

*Event schedules will be posted February 16, 2027. No refunds after this date.

Additional Notes for OPUS:

• Accompanist names MUST be accurate

• Include students’ first and last name in OPUS

• Directors are strongly encouraged to enter their own students.

• Payments must be made with a credit card:

  • Recommended: send the Email Paylink to Selected in OPUS to directly bill students. Schools or boosters may use this link to pay for a student scholarship.

  • Salem-Keizer Directors: If using your school’s pro-card, consult your office manager first. 

• Ensure your OMEA membership is current (nafme.org).

We look forward to serving your students at this wonderful festival on March 6, 2027.