Montana High School Association Official Adjudication Form

STRINGED INSTRUMENT SOLO

Information must be typed!

NAME	SCHOOL
INSTRUMENT	ACCOMPANIST
HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
CITY
YEARS OF PRIVATE STUDY	YEAR IN SCHOOL	SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR

1.	Selection	1.	Composer

Adjudicator:

Place the number in the circle for each area which most closely matches the descriptors in the corresponding box.

Total the scores (whole numbers only-no half points) and affix a division rating based upon the scale at the bottom of the form.

Please add your comments and suggestions in the large space provided (use back if necessary) and sign the form.

5	4	3	2-1
TONE	Open, focused, full resonant tone

Excellent control of bow placement and speed

Excellent use of vibrato to enhance tone in all positions	Characteristic tone most of the time

Bow control appropriate most of the time

Vibrato not consistent throughout all ranges and volume levels

Basic concept of tone is demonstrated, however problems occur in higher positions

Bow control inconsistent

Limited use of vibrato	Basic concept of tone not present

Consistently thin, unfocused, forced sound due to lack of bow control

Vibrato not apparent
INTONATION

Excellent intonation in all positions

Corrections made instantly

Demonstrates minimal intonation difficulties

Pitch adjustments usually made quickly

Frequent intonation problems

Pitch problems not usually corrected

Exhibits significant intonation problems

Individual pitch problems are not corrected
RHYTHM

Excellent precision at all times

Nearly all note values and rhythms are performed accurately

Some note value/rhythm errors occur but do not detract significantly

Few inaccurate rhythms

Inconsistent performance of note values and rhythmic patterns

Numerous inaccurate note values and rhythmic passages which significantly detract from the performance
INTERPRETATION, MUSICIANSHIP	Stylistically accurate, musical and sensitive performance

Expression is natural and highly effective

Excellent use of dynamics

Phrasing is musical and expressive	Some passages lack musical effect

Style and tempo appropriate most of the time

Very good use of dynamics

Most phrasing is natural and uniform

Style becomes rigid and mechanical at times

Style and tempo are not accurate

Dynamics are inconsistent

Lacks musical phrasing	Mechanical and lacking musicality

Style underdeveloped

Style and tempos are not maintained

Little attention to phrasing
TECHNIQUE	Left hand technical facility is excellent

Articulation and bowing are accurate

Bow flexibility and dexterity exhibited at all times

Occasional weaknesses shown in some technical sections

Articulation and bowing are generally demonstrated

Bow flexibility and dexterity are good	Technical passages lack consistency and clarity

Articulation and bowing are not consistently accurate

Bow flexibility and dexterity are developing	Technical passages are not accurate

Articulation and bowing are not correct

Flexibility and dexterity problems
OTHER FACTORS	Outstanding literature for age and training

Professional approach

Appropriate attire

Score provided with numbered measures for the adjudicator	Above average literature for age and training

Inconsistencies in attire and/or formal approach

Score not properly prepared for adjudicator	Average literature for age and training

Inappropriate attire and/or formal approach

Below average or unacceptable literature

Soloist does not demonstrate appropriate approach to formal performance setting

Adjudicator comments

and suggestions

for improvement

TOTAL POINTS	Rating Computation Table

30-26 =	DIVISION I (SUPERIOR)

25-21 =	DIVISION II (EXCELLENT)	___________________________________________________________

20-15 =	DIVISION III (GOOD)	Signature of Adjudicator

14-10 =	DIVISION IV (FAIR)

9-0 =	DIVISION V (POOR)	___________________________________________________________

Signature of Festival Manager

DIVISION RATING _______________	ATTACH X3 FORM

Music Form X3

Montana High School Association Official Form

INFORMATION MUST BE TYPED

The music teacher signing this form will supply the following information about each soloist.

Soloist’s Name

Last Name/First Name

Grade	Other Events Entered

**(Exact Title)**
Private Teacher (if any)
Major performing group(s) to which soloist belongs
Total Fees for this Entry	$	(See announcement from your District Festival Chair for appropriate fees.)
Signature of High School Music Instructor
Signature of High School Principal or Superintendent
APPLICATION FORM FOR STATE MUSIC FESTIVAL

This form is your application for participation in a solo or ensemble event in the State Music Festival when signed by the two persons indicated below and accompanied by the appropriate fee.
Signature of High School Music Instructor
Signature of High School Principal or Superintendent

This application form must be mailed to the Chair of the State Music Festival, to which your school is assigned,

postmarked not later than midnight of the first Tuesday after your District Music Festival.

Music Form 3S

Order of appearance

Montana High School Association Official Adjudication Form

2009-12-08

MHSA