Trinidad Steelband Panorama Rules 2005

PANORAMA JUDGING POINT BREAKDOWN


ARRANGEMENT  (40)
 
Introduction: (8) The ability of the arranger to compose an appropriate introduction for the calypso chosen as the prepared piece.
- The count should be clear, demanding attention and the right tempo
- execution flawless, good balance
- intonation perfect

Re-Harmonization: (12) The ability of the arranger to re-harmonize the calypso chosen as the prepared piece. After the calypso has been played in its original form (harmonically) the re-harmonization could be limited to one specific section or could be applied to the remainder of the arrangement.
 
Melodic Development: (8) The ability of the arranger to embellish/solo on, and utilize rhythmic variations of the melody in the arrangement.
 
Motivic Development: (8) The ability of the arranger to take a melodic motif(s) of the calypso and effectively utilize it (them) during the arrangement.


GENERAL PERFORMANCE  (40)
 
a. Interpretation: (12)
Ability to creatively execute arrangement and all nuances. Leads should be clear and embellishments supportive.


b. Dynamics: (10) The effective execution of crescendos, contrasts, phrasing, and other musical expressions in the arrangement.
   

          i  Colour (5)  – Instrumentation should be varied to achieve continued interest.

          ii Texture (5)  – Use of melodic/harmonic strategies to complement expressiveness and style.

c. Creativity: (10) The artistry and skill with which the arranger modifies the melody.


d. Balance: (8)
Distribution of parts of arrangement to all sections of the orchestra.  All aspects of the arrangement must beaudible throughout the performance.


TONE (10) Blending of Pans: Blending is the overall tone/color of the pans, including the consistency of tuning within the steelband.
 
a. Blending of Pans (5) - Consistency

b. Rich quality of Sound (5)
 
RHYTHM (10) Application of Rhythm Section: The ability of the arranger to effectively utilize the engine room – drum set, congas, iron-beaters, and applicable percussion instruments – during the performance. Also, the ability of the entire steelband to maintain a consistent rhythmic flow throughout the performance.

a. Tempo: (4) Maintain consistent speed throughout.
b. Cohesive: (3) Ability to play together with precision and balance.

c. Effective application: (3) use of instruments in rhythm section.


 

Rules and regulations as posted by Pan Trinbago the governing steel organization of T&T