Choir · Week 24 · Musicianship and Rehearsal
Evaluating Performances
Students compare two recordings of the same piece and evaluate them with criteria instead of preference alone.
- Students will
- Students compare two recordings of the same piece using criteria for intonation, tone, balance, and expression, and write an evaluation supported by evidence.
- SEL skill
- Judge a performance fairly using criteria and evidence, not only preference
- What it looks like
- Students practice responsible decision-making by judging fairly, using evidence and criteria instead of personal preference.
- Content focus
- Evaluating performances with criteria, not only preference
- Format
- Collaborative analysis
Responsible decision-making
Responsible decision-making means making fair, thoughtful choices by considering evidence, ethics, and the effects on others. More responsible decision-making activities
What you get
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Standards
- MU:Re9.1.E.HSI: Music, Ensembles, Responding, Anchor Standard 9 (Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work), High School Proficient
- Artistic process: Responding
- Level: High School Proficient
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