Franklin Community Finals

Vocals

Tone Quality – 10 points

Demonstration of stylistically appropriate vocal shape, timbre, and release of tension

Technique – 10 points

Demonstration of breath support, lack of tension, focus, resonance, and other techniques associated with trained singing

Intonation – 10 points

Choir is in tune when singing in unison and in parts

Balance & Blend – 10 points

Relative volume of voice parts and individuals is well proportioned, unobtrusive, and unification of vowels and tone quality are achieved with placement and conformity

Dynamics – 10 points

Dynamic contrast is appropriate and used with control

Diction – 10 points

Lyrics are understood; consonants and vowels are natural and appropriate

Rhythmic Precision – 10 points

Choir demonstrates rhythmic integrity, synchronized onsets, and uniform releases

Musicality & Interpretation – 10 points

Elements of sensitivity and nuance are present

Projection – 10 points

Ensemble is perceptible throughout venue, achieved by combination of tone, intensity, and articulation

Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform music

Choreography

Technique – 10 points

Demonstration of support, control, lack of tension, and other techniques associated with trained dancing

Precision & Execution – 10 points

Choreography and movements are presented with commitment and are rhythmically synchronized

Communication & Expression – 10 points

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

Poise – 10 points

Ensemble demonstrates professionalism and confidence

Staging & Blocking – 10 points

Ensemble achieves spacing and layering that compliment visual effect of performance

Intensity – 10 points

Choreography and movements are presented with energy and commitment

Transitions – 10 points

Performance flow is uninterrupted

Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform show

Overall Effect

Entertainment Value – 5 points

Ensemble’s presentation of vocals, choreography, costuming, accompaniment, and, if they are present, sets, props, and special effects combines to enhance performance

Coordination of Vocals & Visuals – 5 points

Vocal Judges: Choreography facilitates and enhances Vocals. Visual Judges: Vocals facilitates and enhances Choreography.

Show Design & Programming – 5 points

Materials presented are creative, effective, and original

Weighting

By Raw Scores, the captions are weighted as 51% Vocals (100 points), 41% Choreography (80 points), and Overall Effect 8% (15 points). The grand total for all captions is 195 points. The proportions cannot be mathematically manipulated.