Grading Specifics

Choir grades are based on the development of music fundamentals and concert attendance. These skills can only be developed through practice, repetition and rehearsal. Participation in class is critical to developing and improving these skills for each individual. Development of music fundamentals: This grade will be determined by observing fundamental skills of singing during rehearsals and performances. These skills include: Participation – Talking is the biggest disruption in a rehearsal. When the choir is singing or instruction is being given by the director, choral members are expected to be respectful and quiet, following classroom procedures and rules, listening to directions, having materials at rehearsals, and correct singing posture, pronunciation, tone quality, breathing, note accuracy, and vowel alignment.

School Wide Learning Outcomes

• Knowledge and Thinking
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Agency
• Collaboration

Choir Expectations

Points will be awarded based on the following:

Weekly Grading Scale (5 points per class)

• Arrives on time in seat with folder and pencil.
• Appropriate behavior. Talks only when appropriate.
• Good Posture/Breath Support/Intonation
• Musical asset to the Group/Knows Part
• Takes care of supplies/Puts away folder after class

Bell Work

• Daily music exercises (2 points per day)

WOW (Words of the Week)

• End of Trimester Quizzes

Concert Grading Scale (30 points total)

• Attendance
• On Time and In Designated Warm-up Place
• Attire: Dressed Appropriately
• Performance: Watching the Director, Behavior, Musicality
• Student Responsibility: Setting Good Example