Bonita Vista Showchoir 2024

Music

Overall Tone Quality – 10 points

Demonstration of support, release of tension, resonance, and other techniques associated with trained singing

Group Intonation – 10 points

Choir is in tune when singing in unison and in parts

Balance of Parts – 10 points

Relative volume of voice parts and individuals are well-proportioned, unobtrusive, and harmonious; One vocal part does not overpower another

Blend of Ensemble – 10 points

Unification of vowels and tone are achieved with placement and conformity; Individual voices are not prominent

Diction/Clarity of Lyrics – 10 points

Superb attention to clarity of lyrics, Consonants and vowels are natural and appropriate

Rhythmic Precision – 10 points

Ensemble has great rhythmic timing through synchronized onsets and uniform releases

Effective Use of Dynamics – 10 points

Dynamic contrasts are appropriate and used with control; Ensemble utilizes the full dynamic range throughout the show

Phrasing – 10 points

Effective and appropriate choices are made in ensemble phrasing; Ensemble demonstrates an understanding of musical line and syllabic stress while maintaining breath support

Timbre/Style – 10 points

Ensemble produces appropriate and distinctive sounds according to song genre choice

Music & Text – 10 points

Performers demonstrate a clear understanding of material

Difficulty of Music – 10 points

Difficulty, challenge, and mastery of musical choices; Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform music

Combination of Vocals & Visuals – 10 points

Successful combination of singing and dancing—meeting performance demands

Accompaniment – 10 points

Accompaniment facilitates and enhances all musical aspects including good intonation, effective dynamics, and rhythmic control

Show

Staging – 10 points

Ensemble achieves spacing and layering that compliments visual effect; Compositional intent through alignment, shapes, and design is evident

Stylistic Authenticity & Choreographic Content – 10 points

Ensemble uses distinctive movements according to song genre, movements show creativity that are engaging to the audience

Costuming – 10 points

Costuming and grooming are well-assembled, enhance presentation, and do not distract from the overall show

Transitions & Pacing – 10 points

Transitions between songs and stage movements provide continuity; Performers remain in character through transitions to sustain interest and reach a climax

Precision of Movement – 10 points

Ensemble movements are precise and rhythmic with defined starting and stopping points; Movements are energized and executed with vitality and strength for maximum effect

Body Carriage/Posture – 10 points

Performers have great posture, sense of professionalism, and perform with intensity; Displays confidence

Communication & Expression – 10 points

Emotion, characterization, and intent are clear, true, and believable

Objectives & Atmosphere – 10 points

Performers create a cohesive environment that engages audience

Entertainment Value – 10 points

Choreography, sets, props, costuming, accompaniment, and special effects combine to enhance performance

Variety of Visual Style – 10 points

Overall show presents diverse visual elements that are creative, effective, and original

Difficulty of Show – 10 points

Difficulty of design and ability of performers to master; Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform show

Combination of Vocals & Visuals – 10 points

Successful combination of singing and dancing—meeting performance demands

Accompaniment – 10 points

Accompaniment facilitates and enhances all show aspects including vitality, control, and integration into show

Weighting

By Raw Scores, the captions are weighted as Music 50% (130 points) and Show 39% (130 points). The captions can be mathematically weighted by multiplying the Music scores by 1.5 to result in a 60 Music / 40 Show split.