New England

Vocals

Phrasing – 10 points

Elements of phrasing, sensitivity, and nuance are present

Intonation – 10 points

Choir is in tune when singing in unison and in parts

Diction – 10 points

Lyrics are understood; consonants and vowels are natural and appropriate

Tone Quality – 10 points

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

Interpretation – 10 points

Ensemble uses distinctive sounds according to song genre choice

Balance of Parts – 10 points

Relative volume of voice parts and individuals are well proportioned, unobtrusive and harmonious

Blend – 10 points

Unification of vowels and tone quality are achieved with placement and conformity

Dynamics – 10 points

Dynamic contrast is appropriate and used with control

Projection – 10 points

Performer is heard throughout the venue

Rhythmic Precision – 10 points

Choir demonstrates rhythmic integrity, synchronized onsets, and uniform releases

Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform music

Choreography

Precision & Execution – 10 points

Choreography and movements are presented with commitment and are rhythmically synchronized

Appropriate Use of Movement – 10 points

Ensemble accurately expresses distinctive aesthetic movement according to song/genre choice and performers are fully engaged with the style, mood, energy and artistic vision of the choreography

Stage Presence – 10 points

Poise, facial expression, and communication

Staging – 10 points

Ensemble achieves spacing and layering that compliment visual effect of performance

Communication of Movement – 10 points

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

Visual Effect – 10 points

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

Transitions & Pacing – 10 points

Performance flow is uninterrupted and reaches a peak

Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform show

Show Production

Show Design – 10 points

Show design creates a whole entertainment package

Consistency of Vocal Performance – 10 points

Unification and conformity of quality vocal technique is maintained throughout performance

Consistency of Visual Performance – 10 points

Unification and conformity of quality visual technique is maintained throughout performance

Integration with Accompaniment – 10 points

Accompaniment facilitates and enhances all aspects of the show

Weighting

By Raw Scores, the captions are weighted as 48% Vocals (110 points), 35% Choreography (80 points), and Show Production 17% (40 points). The grand total for all captions is 230 points. The proportions cannot be mathematically manipulated.