Sacred Music Florida

Adjudication Guidelines

Contestants are adjudicated and ranked using the following criteria:

Technical skills: Note accuracy, intonation
Technical skills: Tempo and pulse
Technical skills: Accuracy in dynamics, phrasing, etc.
Technical skills: Accuracy of words, good and clear diction, breath control.
Musicality: Ability to interpret music beyond the requirements of the score - imaginative dynamics, phrasing, timing, etc.
Stage presence: Appropriate attire, walks and sits elegantly, reverence for the audience or adjudicators, bow before/after.
Repertoire: Does the work highlight the musician’s strengths well?

Repertoire

Sacred Music
Classical music
Hymns or hymn arrangements.
Music from piano books for younger students.
For vocalists, we suggest two songs in contrasting styles that fit inside the time limit for your level listed below.

We encourage you to select music that casts your talent in the best light. Suggestions are offered; however, the final selection is up to you and your teacher. For pianists, it is always

Beginner and Advanced Beginner levels have a maximum of 4 minutes of playing time. These students may perform 2 pieces in contrasting styles as long as they are within the 4 minute maximum time limit.
Novice students have a maximum of 5 minutes of playing time. This level may also perform two pieces in contrasting style as long as they are within the 5 minute maximum time limit.
Prizewinner and above have a 7 minute maximum playing time.

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