jazz_drum

jazz_drum

Solo

Rhythmic AccuracyThe student performs;

10		accurate rhythms throughout.
9	8	nearly accurate rhythms, but lacks precise interpretation of some patterns.
7	6	many rhythmic patterns accurately, but some lack precision. (approximation of rhythm patterns used.)
5	4	many rhythmic patterns incorrectly or inconsistently.
3	2	the majority of rhythmic patterns incorrectly.

TempoThe student's tempo;

10		is accurate and consistent with theprinted tempo markings..
9	8	approaches the printed tempo, yet the performed tempo does not detract significantly from the performance.
7	6	is different from the printed tempo resulting in an inappropriate tempo for the selection, yet is consistent.
5	4	is inconsistent (i.e. rushing, dragging, inaccurate tempo changes.)
3	2	is not accurate or consistent.

InterpretationThe student demonstrates;

10		the highest level of musicality, including well shaped phrases and dynamics.
9	8	a high level of musicality, but has some phrases that are not consistent with the overall level of expression.
7	6	a moderate level of musicality and understanding.
5	4	only a limited amount of musicality and understanding.
3	2	a very limited amount of musicality and understanding.

Technical FacilityThe student demonstrates;

	independence of bass drum and cymbal feet.
	a clear difference between types of accents/kicks.
	an independence of feet and hands.
	an independence of left and right hands.
	appropriate control of sticks through the use of the proper grip and stroke.

Interpretive Style - SwingThe student demonstrates;

	appropriate rhythmic control for the style required.
	appropriate use of bass drum for the style required.
	appropriate cymbal technique for the style required.
	appropriate use of fills which contribute to the energy of the performance and outline formal structures.
	a flexible use of elements of expression (dynamics, accents, etc.)

Interpretive Style - WaltzThe student demonstrates;

	appropriate rhythmic control for the style required.
	appropriate use of bass drum for the style required.
	appropriate cymbal technique for the style required.
	appropriate use of fills which contribute to the energy of the performance and outline formal structures.
	a flexible use of elements of expression (dynamics, accents, etc.)

Interpretive Style - Bossa NovaThe student demonstrates;

	appropriate rhythmic control for the style required.
	appropriate use of bass drum for the style required.
	appropriate cymbal technique for the style required.
	appropriate use of fills which contribute to the energy of the performance and outline formal structures.
	a flexible use of elements of expression (dynamics, accents, etc.)

Interpretive Style - FunkThe student demonstrates;

	appropriate rhythmic control for the style required.
	appropriate use of bass drum for the style required.
	appropriate cymbal technique for the style required.
	appropriate use of fills which contribute to the energy of the performance and outline formal structures.
	a flexible use of elements of expression (dynamics, accents, etc.)

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Sightreading

Melodic Accuracy

The student performs pitches and notes accurately.

Rhythmic Accuracy

The student performs rhythms accurately throughout.

Accents and Dynamics

The student performs accents and dynamics accurately throughout.

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