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Drum Set Groove Analysis Snare Drum Rudiments Evaluation of Hand, Foot, Groove, an Correct rhythms for drum set material Rubric Code: LX33W54 By dujules23 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Music Type: Quiz Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Drum Set Groove Performance
	Meets Expectations 5 pts	Near Expectations 4 pts	Below Expectations 3 pts	Needs Improvement 2 pts
Hands Correct fulcrum construction. Relaxed soft hands that allow for fluidity in playing.	Meets Expectations Playing position is correct and hand & finger position are correct to allow for good technical facility.	Near Expectations Hand and finger position are good but the grip is too tight or loose for good stick/mallet control.	Below Expectations Playing position is good but there are minor errors in hand or finger position.	Needs Improvement Some effort is being made to hold the sticks correctly but performance is hindered because finger position is incorrect or sticks are not held at the balance point.
Feet Feet allow for full sound. Heel-up or heel down techniques used.	Meets Expectations The playing motion is correct, allowing for good control of the bass drum pedal. Nice full sounds.	Near Expectations There are some faults in the pattern or direction of the bass drum foot. Some inconsistencies in sound quality.	Below Expectations The playing motion is generally correct with only minor errors.	Needs Improvement Bass drum foot has several inconsistences, resulting in a poor quality sound.
Rhythm Rhythms are accurately counted with a steady beat.	Meets Expectations Steady pulse with accurate rhythms	Near Expectations Pulse is fairly steady but there are frequent or repeated small rhythmic errors.	Below Expectations Steady pulse with few rhythmic errors	Needs Improvement Pulse is unstable with major rhythmic errors.
Groove The nature of the groove is solid. Any deviations from the groove are in time and do not disrupt the groove in any way.	Meets Expectations The student demonstrates the ability to maintain a steady groove.	Near Expectations The student demonstrates an understanding of keeping a steady groove, with some faults.	Below Expectations The student demonstrates inconsistent use or performance of the groove with some attempts to correct mistakes.	Needs Improvement The student demonstrates little understanding of keeping a consistent groove.