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ACHIEVEMENT TESTING

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WHAT IS STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT TESTING?

The Student Achievement Testing program is a voluntary project of the Michigan Music Teachers Association through its various Local Associations throughout the state.

The Piano tests consist of five parts:

    PERFORMANCE of three memorized pieces of different musical styles.
    WRITTEN THEORY
    SIGHT READING/TRANSPOSITION:  Playing new music at "sight" and playing music other than in the written key signature.
    TECHNIQUE:  Playing scales, chords, etc.
    AURAL AWARENESS:  Hearing and identifying intervals, scales and rhythms.

These five elements represent basic keyboard musicianship and are divided into twelve skill levels so every student through high school can find a goal that is appropriate for their age and length of study. There are a total of 100 pts. possible.  Students receiving a score of 80 or higher two consecutive years receive a trophy.  All requirements are published in the Student Achievement Testing Handbook.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE ACHIEVEMENT TESTING PROGRAM?

Any school age student studying with a teacher who is a member of the Michigan Music Teachers Association may participate in the program.

WHEN AND WHERE DOES STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT TESTING TAKE PLACE?

The local Student Achievement Testing takes place the 2nd weekend in March and is held at the MSU School of Music.  Teachers, along with dedicated workers, voluntarily administer the tests.

IS THERE A FEE?

A fee of $14.00 is charged to participate in the Student Achievement Testing.  This fee covers the cost of the test and curriculum printing, rental of facilities and equipment, performance judges, and certificates and trophies.

WHY SHOULD A STUDENT PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM?

Growth realized in preparing for the Student Achievement Tests is invaluable.  The program offers the same kind of motivation for learning and recognition for achievement that students obtain for other parts of  their education.  It encourages a sense of accomplishment in meeting goals while developing commitment and self-discipline.