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Solo

TempoThe student;

5	is accurate and consistent with the printed tempo markings.
4	approaches the printed tempo markings yet the performed tempo does not detract significantly from the performance.
3	is different from the printed tempo resulting in inappropriate tempo for the selection, yet remains consistent.
2	is inconsistent (i.e., rushing, dragging, inaccurate tempo changes.)
1	is not accurate or consistent

Rhythmic AccuracyThe student performs;

5	accurate rhythms throughout
4	nearly accurate rhythms, but lacks precise interpretation of some rhythm patterns.
3	many rhythmic patterns accurately, but some lack precision (approximation of rhythm patterns used.).
2	many rhthmic patterns incorrectly or inconsistently.
1	the majority of rhythmic patterns incorrectly.

Melodic AccuracyThe student performs;

5	all pitches/notes accurately
4	most pitches/notes accurately
3	the majority of pitches/notes accurately, however has some difficulty with melodic precision.
2	several inaccurate pitches/notes but displays a basic understanding of melodic control.
1	inaccurate pitches/notes throughout the performance. (i.e.; missing key signatures, accidentals)

Technique/ArticulationThe student _

	performs with a clear differentiation between styles of articulations as marked.
	performs with evenness in rolls, sustaining sound with evenly spaced single strokes.
	strikes the proper area on the instrument allowing for the most effective tone quality
	5 consistently or leave this box blank uses the appropriate mallets. (mallets are consistent with the style of the solo)

MusicianshipThe student _

	demonstrates control of the musical time/pulse appropriate for the style of music. (i.e. use of steady beat, and/or use of rubato, ritardando, stringendo)
	demonstrates dynamic contrast notated by the composer.
	demonstrates the ability to shape and contour the rhythmic line; dynamic nuance not notated by composer.
	demonstrates inflection of rhythmic patterns appropriate to the style and phase structure of the composition

Scales

Scale TechniqueThe student played both major scales:

0	1	the required range of the instrument.
0	1	the proper and steady suggested tempo.
0	1	with proper articulation.
0	1	with the proper rhythm.

Scale TechniqueThe student played the chromatic scale:

0	1	the required range of the instrument.
0	1	the proper and steady suggested tempo.
0	1	with proper articulation.
0	1	with the proper rhythm.

Scales

Adjudicator should fill in the names of the required scales for assessment in the spaces provided. Check the box in the column that best describes the student's performance (one box per scale.)

Major	Major
4	4	all accurate pitches
3	3	mostly accurate pitches
2	2	some accurate pitches
1	1	few acceptable pitches

Sightreading

Melodic Accuracy

The student performs pitches and note accurately.

Rhythmic Accuracy

The student performs rhythms accurately throughout.

Interpretation

The student performs dynamics as marked.

The student includes well shaped phrase.

Multipercussion

Playing TechniqueThe student uses the appropriate playing technique for this instrument

0	1	Snare Drum
0	1	Triangle
0	1	Bass Drum
0	1	Crash Cymbals
0	1	Tambourine
0	1	Timpani
0	1	Suspended Cymbal
0	1	Concert Bells

Performance SkillsThe student _

	has the proper set-up which is conducive to a smooth performance and demonstrates accurate knowledge of proper performance practive.
	has a copy of music at each performance station
	accurately counts the rests between excerpts
	is accurate and consistent with printed tempo markings
	maintains the highest level of musicality including well shaped phrases and dynamics

Rhythmic AccuracyThe student is rhythmically accurate in the performance of the part for this instrument

0	1	Snare Drum
0	1	Triangle
0	1	Bass Drum
0	1	Crash Cymbals
0	1	Tambourine
0	1	Timpani
0	1	Suspended Cymbal
0	1	Concert Bells