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Level of Ability Marks Assessment Criteria
- demonstrates a reasonable level of understanding of the style
of the piece.

Moderate 9 – 12 In presenting an ensemble item the candidate:

- displays an accurate level of accuracy in rhythm and
pitch/timbre;
- displays an accurate level of musicality interpreting: tempo,
dynamics and phrasing;
- demonstrates an accurate level of sensitivity to cues,
coordination and balance; and,
- demonstrates an accurate level of understanding of the style
of the piece.

Limited 5 – 8 In presenting an ensemble item the candidate:

- displays several inaccuracies in rhythm and pitch/timbre;
- displays a limited level of musicality interpreting: tempo,
dynamics and phrasing;
- demonstrates a limited level of sensitivity to cues,
coordination and balance; and,
- demonstrates a limited level of understanding of the style of
the piece.

Very Limited 0 – 4 In presenting an ensemble item the candidate:

- displays many inaccuracies in rhythm and pitch/timbre;
- displays a poor level of musicality interpreting: tempo,
dynamics and phrasing;
- demonstrates a very limited level of sensitivity to cues,
coordination and balance; and,
- demonstrates no understanding of the style of the piece.

SUBMISSION OF SBA MARKS

By 1st April in the year of the examination, teachers should record candidates’ marks for each
assignment on the mark sheet provided by CXC®. These are to be submitted electronically to CXC®.

The assignments used for the School Based Assessment should NOT be sent to the Local Registrar but
be retained by the school in a secure place until the examination is completed and grades issued.

CXC 31/G/SYLL 17 59