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State Conference 2025-May 30-31, Oklahoma State University

Ratings & Performance Awards

  • The OMTA rating system: I+, I, I-, II, and III.
  • The quality of the performance determines the rating, rather than the length or difficulty. Adjudicators will be guided in their remarks by the following applicable considerations:
    • Interpretation: style, tempo, dynamic control, phrasing
    • Technique: rhythmic and note accuracy, articulation, intonation, tone
    • Memorization
    • Stage presence
    • Artistic maturity
  • The entrant is expected to perform the entire composition. Failure to do so will result in a “Critique Only”.
  • The decision of the adjudicator is final. It may not be questioned by the teacher, student, or parent. 
  • Entrants in the Solo Division and Merit Division who receive a District performance rating of I+, I, or I- will receive a District medal and will advance to the State Achievement Audition.
  • If an entrant receives a District performance rating of a II or lower, it is the responsibility of the teacher to submit a refund request before April 30. Click here for the refund request form.
  • Any awards not picked up by the entrant will not be mailed to the entrant or teacher.

Ratings

OMTA Rating System for Piano (PDF)
OMTA Rating System for Strings (PDF)
OMTA Rating System for Voice (PDF)
OMTA Rating System for Winds (PDF)

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