The ability of the
arranger to compose an appropriate introduction for the
prepared calypso piece.
Re-Harmonization (10 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to re-harmonize the prepared calypso piece.
After the original harmonic statement has been made, the
re-harmonization could he applied to the remainder of
the arrangement or could be limited to one specific
section.
Melodic Development (10 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to embellish/solo on and utilize rhythmic
variations of the melody.
Motivic Development (10 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to take a melodic motif(s) of the calypso and
effectively utilize it (them) during the arrangement.
GENERAL PERFORMANCE - 35 Points
Interpretation (10 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to take the calypso and suitably adapt the
piece for the arrangement. This includes initial
appropriate melodic and harmonic statements of the
calypso and development of the arrangement to climatic
points.
Dynamics (10 Points):
The effective use of
crescendos, contrast, phrasing and other musical
expressions in the arrangement.
Creativity (5 Points):
The overall use of the
arranger’s coupling of ideas to produce an effective
arrangement. This includes the way the performance
transmits the mood of the calypso.
Balance (10 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to effectively use the instruments of the steel
band in the arrangement so that any section with a
prominent role during the arrangement projects well.
TONE - 10 Points
Blending of Pans (10 Points):
Blending is the overall
tone/colour of the pans, including the consistency of
the tuning within the steel band.
RHYTHM - 10 Points
Consistency (5 Points):
The ability of the
entire steel band to maintain a steady rhythmic flow
throughout the performance.
Application of Rhythm Section (5 Points):
The ability of the
arranger to effectively utilize the drum set, iron
beaters and applicable percussion instruments during the
performance.
PRESENTATION - 5 Points
Dress (2.5 Points)
Do the players look
uniform?
Carnival Spirit (2.5 Points)
Do the players appear
comfortable with the chosen piece?
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