Show Choir Nationals Mixed 2025

Vocal Presentation

Tone Quality – 10 points

Demonstration of resonance, release of tension, and other techniques associated with trained singing, and appropriate to literature

Blend/Balance – 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

Intonation – 10 points

Choir is in tune when singing in unison and in parts

Interpretation – 10 points

Elements of phrasing, sensitivity, and nuance are present

Appropriate Diction Style – 10 points

Lyrics are understood; consonants and vowels are appropriate to style

Dynamics/Phrasing – 10 points

Dynamic contrast is appropriate and used with control

Vocal Projection – 10 points

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

Rhythmic Accuracy – 10 points

Choir demonstrates rhythmic integrity, synchronized onsets, and uniform releases

Instrumental Integration – 10 points

Band accommodates, enhances, and complements vocal sound. Proper balance with the choir is always maintained, including overall phrasing and dynamics.

Music Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform music

Musical Style – 10 points

The ensemble uses distinctive sounds, techniques, articulations, and effects according to song genre choice.

High Voices – 10 points

Upper register voices demonstrate appropriate vocal shape and timbre

Low Voices – 10 points

Lower register voices demonstrate appropriate vocal shape and timbre

Visual Presentation

Facial Authenticity – 10 points

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

Dance Execution/Intensity – 10 points

Choreography and movements are presented with energy and commitment, and are rhythmically synchronized

Choreography – 10 points

Ensemble uses distinctive movements according to song genre choice

Choreography Difficulty – 10 points

Level of skill and work needed to successfully perform show

Blocking/Use of Space – 10 points

Ensemble achieves spacing and layering that compliment visual effect of performance

Technique – 10 points

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

Style Variation – 10 points

Overall show presents diverse visual elements and choreography

Show Design

Design – 10 points

Materials presented are effective, engaging, and original

Costuming – 10 points

Ensemble's costuming and grooming are assembled well and enhance presentation

Pacing – 10 points

Construction of performance facilitates audience and performer engagement

Transitions – 10 points

Performance flow is uninterrupted

Creativity/Originality – 10 points

Show design exhibits great creativity and is appropriate for age level and group size

Professionalism/Discipline – 10 points

Ensemble demonstrates professionalism, discipline, and confidence

Simultaneous Responsibilities – 10 points

Individual performers combine the elements of singing, dancing, and acting throughout the show

Weighting

By Raw Score, the captions are weighted as 48% Vocal Presentation (130 points), 26% Visual Presentation (70 points), and 25% Show Design (70 points).