Recital Etiquette Quiz Answers

And at last, here are the answers (in bold).

1. It is a good idea for performers to arrive to the concert
   • 15 minutes before the concert
   • just as the performance is starting
   • just before the performer’s number starts.
2. If a concert attendee has to arrive late, it is best to enter the performance space
   • Whenever they arrive
   • During the performance
   • Between movements or music selections
3. Applause should be given
   • as the soloist enters the stage
   • at the end of the piece
   • at the end of the piece until the performer leaves the stage
   • any time something is done well
4. If you know the song that is being performed you should
   • Sing, hum, or play along
   • Sit quietly and enjoy the music
   • Yawn loudly because the way it is being played is boring
5. What is the policy on talking during a concert
   • It is ok to talk to whomever is sitting next to you
   • Whispering is better than talking, you are allowed to whisper to the person sitting next to you.
   • Do not talk or whisper during the performance unless there is an emergency
6. If you have to cough or sneeze while the music is performed, what should you do?
   • Try to muffle the sound with your arm
   • Leave the room immediately
   • Sneeze and then apologize to the people around you
7. Which scenario has the performance actions in the right order?
   1. Scenario A
      • Walk on Stage
      • Smile at the audience and Bow
      • Play piece
      • Smile at the pianist or the person you are playing with
      • Walk off stage
   2. Scenario B
      • Walk on Stage
      • Play Piece
      • Bow
      • Walk off Stage
   3. Scenario C
      • Walk on Stage
      • Smile at the pianist or the other people you are playing with
      • Smile at the audience and bow
      • Play piece
      • Smile at the pianist or the other people you are playing with
      • Smile at the audience and bow
      • Walk off stage