guitar_bass_kybd_vibes

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 rhythmic 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	the majority of pitches incorrectly.

InterpretationThe student demonstrates;

5	The highest level of musicality including well shaped phrases and dynamics.
4	a high level of musicality, but has some phrases or dynamics that are not consistent with the overall level of expression.
3	a moderate level of musicality/expression within the performance.
2	only a limited amount of musicality/expression within the performance.
1	an absence of musical interpretation within the performance.

BLUESThe student demonstrates;

0	2	Accurate placement of chords, or chord tones appropriate to the function of harmony across time.
0	2	smooth and logical voice leading from chord to chord.
0	2	proper use of extensions, substitutions and alterations.
0	2	appropriate rhythmic patterns for style required.
0	2	maintaining steady beat in comping pattern.

HARMONIC UNDERSTANDINGThe student demonstrates;

0	2	appropriate formations of diminished chords within the harmonic context.
0	2	appropriate formations of augmented chords within the harmonic context.
0	2	approp. formations and usage of altered chords within the harmonic context.
0	2	voice leading which is a smooth and logical movement from chord to chord.
0	2	appropriate usage of complex chord structures.

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

Scale TechniqueThe student played the major scales:

0	1	the proper and steady suggested tempo.
0	1	with proper articulation.
0	1	with the proper rhythm.

Sightreading

Melodic Accuracy

The student performs pitches and notes accurately.

Rhythmic Accuracy

The student performs rhythms accurately throughout.

Interpretation

The student performs dynamics as marked.

The student includes well shaped phrase.

Improvisation

Tonality

The student performs melodic patterns in proper context of all contrasting harmonic changes.

Rhythmic Accuracy

The student performs advanced rhythmic patterns (i.e., pickups, syncopation, etc.) which are creative and appropriate to the style and setting of the accompaniment.

Conceptual Understanding

The student demonstrates a comprehensive conceptual design of large scale solo architecture ( a beginning, middle, and end).

The student demonstrates conversational interplay between solo and accompaniment and/or linear solo melodic dialogue.