0 pts
A POOR performance is one that shows little to no command of concepts.
1 pts
A FAIR performance is one that shows some command of concepts.
2 pts
A GOOD performance is one that shows a decent command of concepts.
3 pts
An EXCELLENT performance is one that shows complete or steady growth toward a command of concepts.
4 pts
-Sitting tall -Arms hanging loosely from shoulders -Elbows slightly higher than the keys, wrist flexible -Fingers curved (holding bubble in hands) -Bench/chair directly facing keyboard -Knees slightly under keyboard -Feet flat on the floor; right foot may be slightly forward
-Notes and rests held at full value -Ties and slurs are appropriately identified
-dynamic (volume), tempo (speed), and articulation (character) markings are observed and followed
-notes are accurately observed and played