Points and Practice

• Each student begins with 10 points at the start of each lesson.
• Wrong rhythm means a point deduction for that piece. Each piece with incorrect rhythm equals a point deduction.
• Incorrect fingering is a deduction in each piece this occurs.
• Fishing for or guessing notes means a deduction.
• Forgetting books = -1
• Forgetting the assignment sheet = -1
• Not marking in practice = -1
• False starts = -1
• Wrong articulation = -1
• Technique unprepared = -1 for each element

Bonus marks for:

• counting aloud
• naming the opening notes and fingers
• memorizing 4 - 8 measures (depends on level of study)
• memorized correct fingering in technique
• putting in dynamics
• listing terms and providing an explanation
• using the metronome and providing a speed used
• chunk practice
• observing phrases