December Showcase
Open to the General Public!
December 19, 2026 5pm at Harrison High School Performing Arts Center
Showcase Information
Get your student’s photo in the program: Deadline 11/15/26!
We’re excited to announce that George Guitars will be offering two showcases each year for any student who wants to participate.
- December 19, 2026 – 5pm
- June 2027 (TBA)
Showcases will be held at the Performing Arts Center at Harrison High School.
Our goal is simple:
make the stage comfortable, encouraging, and FUN.
This is not a rigid or intimidating performance environment – it’s a celebration of progress!
🌟 What Makes Our Showcases Different
We want every student to feel welcome and supported, regardless of experience level.
✔️ All levels encouraged to participate
✔️ Low-pressure, supportive environment
✔️ No competition
✔️ No requirement to be “perfect”
Students will typically perform one solo, and we will also offer a limited number of duos and group numbers for select students.
🎤 Not Comfortable Performing Solo? That’s OK!
We believe participation looks different for every student.
- Songwriters may choose to be on stage while their song plays via video
- Instructors can join students on stage if needed
- For students who aren’t ready to perform, we’ll offer alternative participation options, such as stage support roles
No one is forced into something they’re not ready for.
💲 Showcase Fees & Tickets
Showcase Fee: Nonrefundable $45 per student per recital (Summer & Christmas)
- Only one fee per student regardless of number of classes you take or number of performances you’re in per recital
- EFA funds will not cover this cost
Tickets: $15 each
- Student performing in the showcase will not need a ticket. If you’d like them to sit next to you, please let us know and we’ll reserve one for you at no cost.
- Kids 5 and under are free
📅 Payment Deadlines
December 2026 Recital
- Recital Fee due November 1, 2026
- Program ads due November 15, 2026
- Tickets: Online sales only! Can purchase as long as available.
Summer 2027 Showcase
- Showcase Fee: due March 1, 2027
- Program ads (optional): due May 1, 2027
- T-Shirts (optional): order by May 20, 2027
- Tickets: Online sales only! Tickets go on sale May 1, 2027
🎼 Additional Details
- Students will choose their own music and attire with instructors approval
- All performances will be family friendly and will not have inappropriate language (instructor’s discretion)
- Performance details will be age- and skill-appropriate
- All communication regarding updates, times, etc will be on the Band app.
- More details regarding dates, times, programs, and other important info will be added to this page as we receive the info!
FAQ
Why is there a showcase fee?
Showcase fees help cover our up front costs including building fees, staffing fees, and cleaning fees as well as time to prepare each student’s showcase music. Each student will only pay ONE showcase fee regardless of the number of classes taken or acts performed. This is simply an admin fee to make sure the showcase is presented professionally.
How many shows will each showcase have?
Our summer showcases typically have 2 shows per recital. These will usually include a 2pm and 6pm show on the same day. Each showcase will be different and will spotlight different students, so make plans to watch both of them!
Our December showcase will only have one showcase. This will usually be a 5pm show and will consist of any genre of music in the first half and Christmas music in the second half.
Will students perform in both shows during the summer recital?
Not every student will perform in both shows. We have about 100 students and it would make the showcase way too long if we included everyone in both shows. We will split the showcase into two groups, but select students may appear in both shows.
How many performances is a student allowed to do?
For our summer showcase, each student is allowed one performance per class. If they take 1 class they will perform one act. If they take 2 classes, they will be allowed 2 acts. All students will only pay ONE recital fee regardless of the number of classes taken.
For our December showcase, each student will be allowed one performance only due to time constraints. Select students may appear in another student’s act if requested by that student or the instructor.
Can a student perform an additional act?
We will select a few students for additional acts. These will be optional if selected. These might be solos, duos, trios, or group acts.
Can a student perform with a group instead of doing a solo?
If a student wants to be in the showcase but isn’t comfortable doing a solo, we will make sure there are options for them to perform. This could include performing with one or more other students, performing with accompaniment tracks, or performing with their instructor.
Do all students have to perform?
Not at all! Showcases are always optional, but we do encourage students to participate. We want to make it comfortable. We will allow students to perform in a way that best suits their needs. For example, songwriters that don’t play an instruments or sing will simply stand on stage with the instructor while a video is played that showcases their created song and lyrics. Students who are unsure about performing solo will be allowed opportunities to perform along with accompaniment tracks, other students, or even their instructors! We want this to be fun and not stressful!
How much are tickets?
Tickets are reserved seating and will be on sale online only for $15 each per show. Kids under 5 are free. Student performing in the showcase will not need a ticket and can sit anywhere. If you’d like your student to sit with you, just let us know and we’ll reserve a ticket next to yours at no cost. Tickets will be for sale as long as they’re available. The theater seats about 860.
Where do we order t-shirts?
T-shirts can be ordered right here on our website. They will be printed on demand and shipped to you within a few days of ordering.