Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
You need to perform a substantial piece of music as part of a group ensemble, demonstrating that you can contribute effectively to the overall sound and cohesion of the group. This is a live performance that needs to show you can listen to others, play in tune with the group, maintain proper balance, and contribute musicially to the piece. Your individual part must be clear and identifiable within the ensemble.
You perform your part accurately and contribute to the group's overall sound, staying in time and in tune with clear intonation and reasonable balance.
Your contribution to the group is confident and consistent throughout; you respond musically to what other performers are doing and adapt your playing to enhance the ensemble's sound.
Your contribution is sustained and assured; you perform with conviction and musicality, showing full command of your part while supporting and enhancing the group's overall performance.
Standards typically taken alongside or after this one. Same subject, grouped by level.