Rubric for Concert Review



Criterion

4

A-level qualities
(90–100)

3

B-level qualities
(80–89)

2

C-level qualities
(70–79)

1 or 0

D- or F-level qualities
(60–69 or below 60)



Score

Application of concepts and terminology

Applies course concepts and terminology very effectively in all respects; exceeds requirements Applies course concepts and terminology very effectively in most respects; reflects requirements Attempts to apply course concepts and terminology and to cover requirements; some lapses may occur Incomplete in most respects; does not reflect requirements  

Appreciation of music

Demonstrates a sophisticated appreciation of or criticism of music Demonstrates an accomplished appreciation of or criticism of music Demonstrates an acceptable appreciation of or criticism of music Demonstrates an inadequate appreciation of or criticism of music  

Length, style, completeness

Review is of the proper length and is well-constructed and interesting. Review falls within length guidelines and is effectively constructed Review is more or less the proper length; style is adequate and review is basically complete Review fails to acknowledge requirements or does not indicate that student has experienced a concert as assigned.  

Writing mechanics

Writing demonstrates a sophisticated clarity, conciseness, and correctness Writing is accomplished in terms of clarity and conciseness and contains only a few errors Writing lacks clarity or conciseness and contains numerous errors Writing is unfocused, rambling, or contains serious errors  

Total

 

Note: Criteria are evaluated on a 4-3-2-1-0 basis. Total rubric points are converted first to a letter grade and then to a numerical equivalent based on a 0–100 scale: 16 = A (93–100); 15 = A– (90–92); 14 = B+ (88–89); 12– 13 = B (83–87); 11 = B– (80–82); 10 = C+ (78–79); 8–9 = C (73–77); 7 = C– (70–72); 3–6 = D (60–69); 0–2 = F (below 60).