Project 5 Final Project Rubric

Rubric for Final Project: Orchestration of Lili Boulanger’s Reflets

| Criteria | Max Points | Outstanding | Good | Needs Improvement | Unacceptable | | |-------------------------------------------|----------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | Orchestration Choices and Balance | 5 | Demonstrates excellent orchestration with thoughtful use of winds, brass, strings, and percussion, achieving balance and clarity. (5) | Orchestration is mostly effective, with minor balance or clarity issues. (4) | Orchestration is adequate but includes noticeable balance or instrumentation issues. (3) | Inconsistent orchestration with significant balance or clarity issues. (2) | Orchestration is poorly executed or inappropriate for the ensemble. (0) | | Preservation of Reflets’ Character | 5 | Maintains the recognizable elements and character of Lili Boulanger’s Reflets while adapting it for orchestra. (5) | Mostly maintains the recognizable elements, with minor deviations. (4) | Somewhat recognizable, but major elements or the character are altered or lost. (3) | Limited recognizability with significant deviations. (2) | Unrecognizable as Reflets. (0) | | Effective Use of Ensemble | 5 | Ensemble parts are idiomatic, practical, and take full advantage of each section’s unique timbre and capabilities. (5) | Ensemble parts are mostly idiomatic and practical, with minor issues in one or two sections. (4) | Ensemble parts are somewhat idiomatic but include noticeable impractical or awkward passages. (3) | Ensemble parts are frequently impractical or do not utilize the ensemble effectively. (2) | Ensemble parts are unsuitable for the instrumentation. (0) | | Engraving Quality | 3 | Engraving file is professional, error-free, and well-organized for performers. (3) | Engraving file is mostly professional, with minor errors or inconsistencies. (2) | Engraving file includes noticeable errors or is difficult to read. (1) | Engraving file is incomplete, unprofessional, or poorly executed. (0) | | Submission of Deliverables | 2 | All required deliverables (engraving file and explanatory PDF) are submitted, complete, and meet project requirements. (2) | Deliverables are submitted but contain minor errors or omissions. (1) | One or more required deliverables are missing or do not meet project requirements. (0.5) | No deliverables are submitted or they are unusable. (0) |

Bonus Consideration

Notes:

• Focus on maintaining the unique character and atmosphere of Reflets while adapting it for a full orchestra.
• Submit a clear and professional engraving file that meets industry standards for performers.
• All components (orchestration, formatting, and explanation) should reflect a deep understanding of the ensemble’s capabilities.