Exemplary

An exemplary performance that consistently demonstrates true musical expression and few technical errors. The performance is worthy of the distinction of being recognized as among the very best.

Outstanding

An outstanding performance of distinctive quality yet has minor defects in musical expressions and fundamental techniques.

Satisfactory

A satisfactory performance showing accomplishment and marked promise, but lacking consistency of musical expression and fundamental technique.

Developing

A developing performance indicating room for improvement in consistent musical expression and fundamental technique. Such a performance would include many technical errors, poor musical expression and ineffective use of existing instrumental or choral voicing.

Ineffective

An ineffective performance indicating obvious lack of overall preparation.