Performance comprises 1/3 of each student’s grade (40% for 8th graders).

Periodic evaluations of each student’s progress will be given in the form of playing and written tests and/or quizzes. Some common areas for evaluation include: the ability to produce a proper and characteristic tone, note accuracy, rhythmic accuracy, correct articulations, dynamics, phrasing, hand-position, instrument position, posture, sticking, grip, etc. The student’s comprehension of various musical concepts and terminology will also be evaluated.

These evaluations may be announced or unannounced and will take place during class. The Chesapeake Public Schools’ policy regarding make-up work will apply to missed evaluations due to a student’s absence.