Montana High School Association Official Adjudication Form

WIND 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

Consistent tone quality in all ranges and registers

Artistic use of vibrato

(if applicable)	Characteristic tone most of the time

Tone quality is affected by range and volume changes

Vibrato developing nicely

Tone color and quality is inconsistent between sections

Tone often fuzzy or pinched

Inconsistent focus and tone quality in various ranges and volume levels	Basic tonal concepts not present - Consistently thin, unfocused, forced sound

Changing volume and registers creates tone quality problems
INTONATION	All ranges and registers in tune

Excellent control and listening skills

Pitch adjustments made instantly	Demonstrates minimal intonation difficulties

Listening skills developing

Pitch adjustments usually made quickly

Mostly accurate, but includes some uncorrected pitches

Listening skills are inconsistent

Pitch adjustments inconsistent	Significant intonation difficulties throughout selection

RHYTHM

Excellent precision at all times

Nearly all note values and rhythms are performed accurately	Errors infrequent & corrected quickly

Most note values & rhythms correct

Some problems in technical passages

Inconsistent performance of note values and rhythmic patterns

Numerous inaccurate note values and rhythmic passages

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 dynamics & phrasing
TECHNIQUE	Technical facility is excellent

Articulations are accurate

Flexibility and dexterity exhibited at all times

Weaknesses shown in some technical sections

Very good understanding of articulations

Flexibility and dexterity are quite good

Technical facility lacks consistency causing errors

Articulations are inconsistent

Complex passages lack clarity	Complex passages are not accurate

Articulations correct only some of the time

Flexibility and dexterity lacking
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

Adjudicator score not properly prepared	Average literature for age and training

Inappropriate attire and/or approach lacks polish and professionalism

Common etiquette often overlooked

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 3W

Order of appearance

Montana High School Association Official Adjudication Form

2009-12-08

MHSA