How is Solo and ensemble scored?
SCORING. Each student or group of students is evaluated by one judge and rated on a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being the highest rating possible. Students or groups that earn a rating of 1 (or “Superior”) are qualified for State Solo & Ensemble Festival which is held in March.
What does a 1 mean in Solo and Ensemble?
one-star
Those that perform at the highest level (Class A) at a WSMA District Festival have the opportunity to receive a 1* (one-star) rating which advances them on to State Solo & Ensemble Festival.
How does state Solo and ensemble work?
Solo & Ensemble Contest is an annual event that takes place throughout the country in which students prepare their own performances either by themselves or with a small group of friends. These performances are evaluated by a judge and scored against a rating system.
What is a Solo ensemble?
What is Solo & Ensemble? Solo & Ensemble is just what it sounds like… an event where students and other musicians get together and perform either in ensembles, or as a soloist, sometimes with a piano accompanist. Solo & Ensemble is open to students from elementary through high school.
How long should a solo and Ensemble piece be?
Solo Piece Solo/Ensemble events shall consist of a minimum of 64 published measures or a performance time of at least 90 seconds. Soloists and ensembles need not be accompanied unless the accompaniment is required by the score.
What does a 1 rating mean in band?
Bands march shows of no less than 5 minutes and no more than 8 minutes to be given a rating by each of three independent judges: 1=superior; 2=excellent; 3=good; 4=fair; 5=poor. The judges cannot confer about their ratings and the FINAL rating is a consensus of the three NOT an average.
Is a superior rating good?
SUPERIOR – The rating is comparable to the grade of “A”. This rating reflects the finest conceivable performance for the event and class of participants being evaluated – worthy of the distinction of being recognized as among the very best.
What does DNA mean in Solo and Ensemble?
and cancel entries
May 16: Last day to update ensemble members, update music performed, and cancel entries (DNAs). See below.
Why is Solo Ensemble important?
Solos (and small ensembles) often lead to valuable “one on one” instruction from private teachers, which, in turn, allows for greater individual musical growth providing the confidence that makes their large ensembles so much better.
What does DNA mean in solo and ensemble?
How are marching bands judged?
Music Performance scores are averaged–possible 20 points. Visual Performance scores are averaged–possible 20 points. The Music and Visual averages are added to the General Effect Music total (40) and G.E. visual score (20) for a possible total of 100 points. Any penalties are then deducted to calculate the final score.
How are marching bands scored?