UIL Judging Criteria
Emoting the song, demonstrating understanding of the words being sung with eyes, brows, etc.
Facial Expression
What is the difference between a single bar line and a double bar line?
Single bar lines designate the beginning and end of every measure, while double bar lines designate the end of a section or song.
Where in the hallway do you stand before class?
Against the far side wall
What three days are fine arts detentions served?
MWF
How many beats total is:
1 quarter note
1 half note
and 1 whole rest
7 beats (1 + 2 + 4)
When you stand tall with your feet slightly apart, hands at side, and face looking forward
(Good) Posture
What does a repeat sign do, and what does it look like?
You repeat that section or line, dot dot line line!
What are you to do once you enter the room? 3 items
1) grab binder
2) drop backpack at back
3) have a seat in assigned chair
What day is the end of the year pop concert?
Thursday, May 16
How many beats total is:
2 quarter notes
1 quarter note
4 sixteenth notes
and 1 quarter rest
5 beats (2 + 1 + 1 + 1)
How loudly or softly (or in between) you sing
Dynamics
What is the musical marking called for short and detached notes? What does it look like?
Staccato; a dot
What do you do if you need something or lost your needed materials for the day?
Raise your hand
What will be confiscated if you have it out during class?
Phone, tablet, computer with permission
How many beats total is:
1 half note
2 sixteenth notes
2 sixteenth rests
and 1 quarter rest
4 beats (2 + .5 + .5 + 1)
Center of pitch, voice is balanced and does not get distorted (does their voice sound smooth/pretty/accurate)
Tone
What is the pitch name of the third line of the treble clef? (letter name A-G)
B
How do you ask to go to the bathroom? and WHEN?
Raise your hand during a transition or time when teacher is not actively speaking. If you do, raise your hand silently and know you might be ignored. If student is out, can only ask when they return.
What is the last day of school?
Thursday, May 23
How many beats total is:
1 quarter note
4 eighth notes
1 dotted half note
and 1 quarter rest
7 beats (1 + 2 + 3 + 1)
Consonants/what are they singing
Diction
What pitch/note links the bass clef to the treble clef (think grand staff)
What is the biggest no-no beyond no physical violence or bullying?
No gum, food, or anything except water
What is YOUR choir singing for the end of the year concert?
6th grade--Remember Me and How Far I'll Go
Concert Boys--I'm Just Ken and How Far I'll Go
Concert Girls--I See the Light and How Far I'll Go
Varsity Boys--Can't Take My Eyes Off of You, I'm Just Ken, How Far I'll Go, and James Bond Theme
Varsity Girls--A Million Dreams, I See the Light, How Far I'll Go, and James Bond Theme
How many beats total is:
1 quarter note
1 dotted quarter note
1 eighth note
2 sixteenth notes
3.5 beats (1 + 1.5 + .5 + .5)