Summative Test #1 – Rhythm

 Study Instructions (Before the Test)

Students must:

• Study and practice Videos 1 to 7 from the playlist.

• Practice clapping, counting, and saying the Kodály syllables:

• Ta

• Ta–a

• Ta–a–a–a

• Ti-ti

• Sh (for rests)

📺 Playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHsQ1_bheyg&list=PL89NBC7WspmDGG5_pau_IfgoQzwyGPXTE

Test Instructions (In Class)

• Students will interpret Videos 8, 9, and 10 from the playlist.

• Students must:

• Keep a steady beat

• Clap the rhythm

• Say the correct Kodály syllables

• Respect musical rests (silence)

Group Work

• Students may perform:

• Individually (recommended), or

• In groups of up to 3 students

• The evaluation is group-based.

• If one student makes a mistake, points are deducted from the whole group.

• For this reason, the best option is to perform individually.

Performance Rules

✔ No instruments
✔ Voice and clapping only
✔ Follow the video tempo
✔ Start and finish together
✔ Stay focused and silent during rests

Evaluation Rubric – Rhythmic Solfege

Criteria	Excellent (4)	Good (3)	Basic (2)	Needs Improvement (1)
Rhythmic Accuracy	Reads rhythms correctly, no errors	1–2 small errors	Several errors	Cannot read rhythm
Notes and Rests	Notes and rests are clear and correct	Mostly correct	Frequent mistakes	Does not respect rests
Kodály Syllables	Uses syllables correctly and fluently	Minor mistakes	Uses few syllables	Does not use syllables
Beat / Pulse	Steady and constant beat	Mostly steady	Unstable beat	No steady beat
Group Coordination / Individual Control	Perfect coordination or strong individual control	Minor coordination issues	Poor coordination	Not coordinated

Total Score: 20 points