Piano/Theory 4Composition 1 Rubric

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A accuracy and clarity of notation - 5 appropriate writing for instruments and/or

voices – 5

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C Compositional Technique: (includes the

following) organization of pitch elements (such as melody) – 10

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D Demonstration of the ability to creatively

organize rhythmic elements – 10

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E-1 Effective use of dynamics, articulations, and

expression marks – 20 Effective handling of unity/variety and

tension/release – 20

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E-2 Evidence of the ability to creatively organize

musical ideas & sounds – 10 Evidence of the ability to creatively organize

rhythmic elements – 10

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E-3 Evidence of Composer’s Name – 5 Evidence of ability to creatively organize

musical thoughts and ideas as suggested by the title, in order to write in the given idiomatic style. - 10

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E-4 Evidence of Title -5

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interaction of all of the elements (atmosphere, mood, direction and flow of the music) – 20

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O-1 Originality: (refers to aspects of the piece that

reveal the composer's individual "voice," and distinguishes the piece from a musical exercise or a direct imitation of another piece.) -5

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O-2 Overall Musical Appeal includes the

following aspects: stylistic coherence (regardless of the particular style) – 10

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P Printed Score submitted – 5

Course objectives are realized through the use of singing and playing drills on the piano, analysis of musical examples, music writing, performance, criticism, listening, ear training, sight reading, dictation, composing and using notation software. Proje

Q (i) Submit an essay which should include the

following information: Describe how you went about composing your

piece (5 pts.) Did you follow a written plan? If so, were you

able or unable to adhere to the plan? (5 pts.) What were some challenges that you

experienced? (5 pts.) What software did you use? (5 pts.)

Course objectives are realized through the use of singing and playing drills on the piano, analysis of musical examples, music writing, performance, criticism, listening, ear training, sight reading, dictation, composing and using notation software. Proje

Q (ii) What story does your piece tell? (5 pts.) Do the instrument (s) represent characters? (5 pts.) What is the mood? …(5 pts.) What did you learn about yourself from the exercise? (5 pts.) How effective was the use of technology in composing music and

publishing your CD? (5 pts.) **NO LESS THAN 2 TYPED PAGES

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SENTENCES.

Course objectives are realized through the use of singing and playing drills on the piano, analysis of musical examples, music writing, performance, criticism, listening, ear training, sight reading, dictation, composing and using notation software. Proje

Q CD submitted (5 pts)

Course objectives are realized through the use of singing and playing drills on the piano, analysis of musical examples, music writing, performance, criticism, listening, ear training, sight reading, dictation, composing and using notation software. Proje

Possible Total 200 points