snare_drum

Solo

Sticking/Articulation The student _

	performs with appropriate sticking and correct execution of rudiments if present.
	performs with evenness in rolls that are sustained with evenly spaced strokes.
	performs with accents and dynamics as marked.

Musicianship The 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

Sightreading

Rhythmic Accuracy

The student performs rhythms accurately throughout.

Interpretation

The student performs dynamics as marked.

The student includes well shaped phrase.

Multipercussion

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

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.

0	2	overall sound is indicative of appropriate stick technique. (stick grip/height)
0	2	uses a properly tuned drum with a good concert band/orchestra sound.
0	2	varies the tone quality of the performance by altering the striking position on the head; appropriate for the style and dynamics of the music
0	2	performs with proper sticking ; appropriate use of the left and right hand.
0	2	choice of sticks is appropriate for the style and character of performance.

	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