Action Song Competition Primary Schools 1a1y5e

ACTION SONG COMPETITION PRIMARY SCHOOLS (LEVEL 1) Introduction The Action Song Competition is held with the following objectives: 1. To encourage and increase the use of English Language among the younger pupils. 2. To build confidence and sense of ease with English Language among the younger pupils. 3. To develop skills of integrating scripting of music and movement with language. 4. To provide a platform for ‘fun and happy learning’. Competition Rules Eligibility

: This competition is open to Level 1 pupils only.

Team

:Each team should comprise 15 students accompanied by 2 teachers. Performers and musicians should be from within this 15 team member.

Time

: On-stage presentation is allocated 5 – 8 minutes. No marks will beawarded thereafter. A time allocation of 2 minutes is allocated forstage arrangements, with the teachers as stage technicians.

Theme

:Choice/selection of theme is open.

Script

:Scripts can be original or adapted from any authentic texts. : Contestants are not allowed to refer to any notes or texts during presentation. : Copies of the script must be submitted to the organizers two weeks prior to the competition. : Scripts should not touch on sensitive issues such as race, religion, colour, personalities, politics, etc

Presentation

: Creativity is encouraged. Nevertheless, movements should notexceed and overwhelm the articulation of the song by the contestants.

Background Props

: Props and background aids should be at minimum level./

Music

: Use of recorded music is allowed. (Tape should not have voices orwords): Use of musical instruments is allowed. However, musicians must sing and perform together with the team during presentation.

Judges

:The competition shall be judged by an odd numbered of 3/5 judges.

Decisions

: Points will be allocated according to the score sheet and aggregated. :Judges will collectively determine the placing by a clear majority vote.: The decision of the judges is final. : Individual team marks will not be disclosed.

Prizes

: Trophy, plaques and certificates will be awarded to the winning teams ADJUDICATION GUIDELINES

1.

Marks for presentation will be awarded based on the following band : Maximum

Very poor 1 1-3 1-8

5 15 40 2.

Poor

Fair

Good

Excellent

2 4-6 9-16

3 7-9 17-24

4 10-12 25-32

5 13-15 33-40

Adjudication : 2.1

Language Proficiency (40 marks) Marks awarded will be based on the following : i. ii. iii. iv. v.

2.2

correct, clear and accurate pronunciation clear enunciation, articulation and intonation use of correct grammar appropriate and effective choice of words fluency

Delivery and Presentation (40 marks) Marks awarded will be based on the following : i. ii. iii. iv. v.

2.3

well coordinated and creative choreography, movements, music rhythm, timing and tempo confident presentation variety of voice, intonation, speech team cooperation and coordination

Theme (15 marks) Marks awarded will be based on the following : i. ii. iii. iv.

2.4

interesting and appealing to audience meaningful continuous, developmental in sequence, action values integrated

Costumes and Props (5 marks) Marks awarded will be based on the following : i. suitability ii. creativity