CRITICAL LISTENING

Aspects of the music to listen for:

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Note accuracy ~ Rhythm accuracy ~ Tuning ~ Tone

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Balance ~ Energy ~ Dynamics ~ Articulation

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Expression/Emotion ~ Overall feel

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Name of Piece: ______________________ Student's Name: _________________

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1. While listening to the selection jot down notes about the performance. (comments and the measure number).

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2. After the piece has finished look over your notes and divide your comments up into the following categories:

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a) Your individual playing...

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b) Your section's playing (clarinets, brass, percussion, woodwinds, etc.)...

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c) Overall band's playing...

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d) Other comments:

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