Sightreading Criteria

 

February 2025 - Sightreading Criteria

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• In response to the modified UIL sight-reading rubric, the sight-reading music level will now be aligned with the stage level of music. Ex - NCBA Grade 3 will sight read UIL Level 3

• Directors will be allowed to look at the score as soon as the judge begins reading the script. Students will still have time to look over the music according to the grade level of music.

• A new sight-reading script will be used in the rooms for all 2025 events.

 

All Concert Band MPA events will utilize the revised UIL sight-reading criteria. Bands will sight-read the following levels:

• Grade 1 bands: No Sightreading Required

• Grade 2 bands: UIL Level 2 Sightreading

• Grade 3 bands: UIL Level 3 Sightreading

• Grade 4 bands: UIL Level 4 Sightreading

• Grade 5 bands: UIL Level 5 Sightreading

• Grade VI/MW bands: UIL Level 6 Sightreading

 

Previous UIL Sight-reading pieces are available on various sheet music websites for purchase. Search for UIL Band and the grade level of music needed.