There are a total of six levels, each with its own level of progressively more challenging repertoire. String players are evaluated on their bowing techniques. Woodwind/brass players are judged similarly, except "articulation" replaces "diction". Sight reading (Accuracy of Dynamics, Accuracy of Notes, Accuracy of Rhythm, Correct tempo) Interpretation (Dynamics, Style, Tempo, Phrasing, Expression, Artistry, Stage Presence) Technique (Breath Control, Flexibility, Posture, Appropriate Range)ĭiction (Vowels, Consonants, Naturalness)Īccuracy (Accuracy of Notes, Accuracy of Rhythms, Steadiness of Rhythms, Pulse) Vocalists (Levels I - IV) are judged on seven categories: Participants may also elect to receive a "festival" rating in which written comments are given but no score. Level I-IV solos are judged on a 28 point scale and level V-VI solos are judged on a 100 point scale. Overall each participant is judged on seven categories, tone, intonation, technique, accuracy, interpretation, scales, and sight reading. Instrumental soloists also must play scales, the number of which are determined by difficulty level of the solo. Each NYSSMA solo is preassigned a difficulty level from I (easiest) to VI (most difficult). Participants in all categories prepare and perform a solo selected from the NYSSMA Manual, perform scales, and demonstrate sight reading from original music provided by NYSSMA at the audition. Performance groups include All-County, Area All-State (part of New York State), and Conference All-State (entire New York State). Students who play saxophones, brasses or percussion or sing can choose to be evaluated in NYSSMA Jazz Festival where they have an opportunity to be selected into various jazz ensembles. They also determine selection into orchestra, band, or choral groups depending on their instrument.
NYSSMA scores and evaluators' comments are often used by music teachers as diagnostics and progress monitoring. Instruments evaluated include voice, piano, strings, woodwinds/ brasses, and percussion. The grade sheets are then certified and sent to the music departments at the individual schools to be distributed to the students. The judges score and comment on the students' performances according to defined guidelines set by NYSSMA. Usually, county high schools take turns to host the festival every few years.Īt each festival, students perform scales, a solo or ensemble piece of their choice from the designated NYSSMA repertoire, and a sight reading piece. These festivals take place at local middle and high schools, as well as state colleges and state universities within the fifteen NYSSMA zones, each of which covers an area in New York State. Each spring, thousands of students register through their school music programs to attend NYSSMA Evaluation Festivals where they are adjudicated.
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NYSSMA is a professional organization that evaluates student musicians in New York state from elementary school to high school. The New York State School Music Association ( NYSSMA) is the New York affiliate of National Association for Music Education.
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