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Scottish Primary School
Glee Challenge
2025

SCORING CRITERIA

Scotland's largest independent singing initiative

OVERVIEW

The aim of the Challenge is to widen opportunities and access to music and to foster educational goals and developmental progress. The Challenge also aims to be accessible, engaging and fun. Judging artistic performance is understandably difficult because of the varied views and the subjective factors involved. We have tried through the Challenge to create a contest framework which has quality, integrity and fun at its core and where education for every child is the prize.

We have attempted to create a scoring framework that enables our school Glee (show) choirs to be scored and that will allow for feedback to be provided which will in turn inform future participation.  We have identified 4 categories which we have drawn from the world of show choir assessment and which we feel will best fit the aims of the Challenge. Within each category we have included both objective and subjective criteria. In applying the criteria it is also important to remember our judges reflect different areas of the performing arts and bring their own experiences to bear - they are human after all

We must remember that the Challenge is about having fun and creating unique experiences. The contest and the scoresheet is an educational tool that provides encouragement and helps to drive the Glee experience special.  But what truly makes the experience special is the children and amidst the scoring and awards we mustn't forget that.

THE FOUR AREAS

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VOCALS - 30 marks total

  • Tone & Technique

    Demonstration of support, release of tension, posture, tone quality, resonance and other techniques associated with trained singing

  • Intonation/Pitch

    Choir is in tune when singing in unison and in parts

  • Ensemble - Vocal Blend & Balance

    Relative volume of voice parts and individuals is well proportioned, unobtrusive and harmonious. A particular section rarely overpowers another section. No individual voices oversing the ensemble. Where soloists are present the balance of soloist to choir in the performance across the two numbers should still be representative of a choir performance and not dominated by the soloists

  • Diction

    Lyrics are understood, consonants and vowels are natural and appropriate.

  • Timing, Rhythm & Precision

    Choir demonstrates rhythmic integrity, synchronized onsets, and uniform releases

  • Musicality & Interpretation

    Elements of phrasing, sensitivity, and nuance are present

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VISUALS - 30 marks total

  • Consistency

    Unification and comformity of movement is maintained throughout the performance

  • Timing, Rhythm, Precision & Execution

    Choreography and movements are are rhythmically precise and synchronous across ensemble

  • Movement - Stylistic Authenticity & Content

    Ensemble fully performs distinctive aesthetic movements according to song genre choice

  • Organisation, Appearance & Poise

    Group is organized, rehearsed and ensemble demonstrates a strong level of proficiency and confidence

  • Communication & Expression

    Emotion, characterization, and intent are clear, true, and believable; Group presents evidence of inclusive communication through signing (either BSL or Makaton) - Set Song 1 heats only

  • Staging/Spacing/Transition

    Max score: 5

    Spacing and layering of the ensemble in relation to stage compliment visual effect, and performance flow is uninterrupted

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TEAMWORKING - 15 marks total

  • Energy Level of Group

    Both numbers are presented with energy and commitment which is maintained throughout and are enjoying the experience

  • Group Dynamic

    Performers show good rapport, work as a group and demonstrate a good attitude toward one another. As a team follow conductor's directions

  • Engagement of All Participants

    All performers are actively engaged in the presentation

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PERFORMANCE -15 marks total

  • Fit with Theme (Scottish Pop and Rock)

    Overall stimulating, imaginative and persuasive interpretation which clearly fits with the genre of Scottish pop and rock and not traditional song or dance

  • Overall Effect/Entertainment Value

    Combination and presentation of vocal and visual elements create an entertaining, captivating and exceptional performance across both songs.

  • Audience Engagement

    Overall performance communicates a very engaging and convincing intention throughout both numbers. Audience engages with the group throughout.

Notes: 
1. All criteria are worth 5 marks 
2. No marks are allocated for costuming
3. Potential penalties
     - overrun on time
     - not including evidence of signing set song 1 in heats
     - inappropriate behaviour e.g. excessive chanting

 
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