For individuals on playing tests and pass offs.
| Tone | -Student demonstrates exceptional tone characteristic of their instrument. -Notes are clear and easily heard -(You sound nice on the instrument) |
| Tempo and rhythm | -Student plays in a clear and consistent tempo. -All rhythms are accurate and precise -(Same speed throughout) |
| Accuracy (notes and articulation) | -Student plays all the right notes. -Student plays the key signature and all accidentals. -Plays all written articulations correctly. -(Right notes with right fingers) |
| Posture | -Student demonstrates correct playing -position and posture for their instrument. (Sitting tall with feet flat and chin parallel to the floor) |
| Style (including dynamics and phrasing) | -Student demonstrates perfect style for the selection -All dynamics are adhered to -Student is expressive (phrasing) -(breaths and tongue match and are used well for the song) |