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Back straight, foot raised, guitar held at proper angle (roughly 45 degrees), thumb behind neck, fingers relaxed and parallel to frets
Performance includes a consistent tempo and is rhythmically accurate.
Pitches are played accurately and with good intonation.
Strumming or picking is well controlled. Each note is clear and includes no "dead" strings.
Strums, picks, plucks and mutes are performed accurately. Correct fingers are used in each fret.
Expressive elements, including balance, phrasing and dynamics are performed accurately.