Judging criteria summary
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Judging criteria summary
To achieve a competitive score with your composition, judges will be evaluating your song against the judging criteria below.
Contemporary Melodic Melody
A strong relationship between chords and melody. Excellent use of motifs and harmonic texture. Melody that demonstrates fluid contour and structure, with well-timed climactic passages.
Composition/Creativity
Used interesting and effective compositional techniques that complemented the lyrics being sung.
Dynamics and expression were artistically used throughout.
Performance
Instruments/voices were in tune, displayed consistent rhythmic cohesion and demonstrated artistic expression.
Lyrics
The song lyrics are outstanding. The words memorable. The song lyrics convey metaphor and complex themes, poetically delivered.’
Rap and Rhyme
Dynamic Delivery
Verses and chorus demonstrate fluid rhymes and structures, with well-timed climactic passages.
Composition maintained the listener’s attention for the whole piece.
Lyric Content
Lyrics were highly evocative and told a strong story. They were relatable and/or aspirational, with message clearly defined and delivered.
Backing Beats
Demonstrated excellent use of complex beats, inclusive of strong harmonies, melodies, and song structure. Musical hooks drove the composition with clever embellishments and well-timed repetition.
Instrumental
Melody
Strong relationship between chords and melody. Excellent use of motifs and harmonic texture.
Melody demonstrates fluid contour and structure with well-timed climactic passages.
Composition/Creativity
Used interesting and effective compositional techniques that complemented thematic material.
Dynamics and expressive techniques were artistically used throughout. Composition maintained listener’s interest for the whole piece.
Performance
Instruments were in tune, displayed consistent rhythmic cohesion, and demonstrated artistic expression.