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 be

awarded thereafter. A time allocation of 2 minutes is allocated for
stage 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 not
exceed and overwhelm the articulation of the song by the
contestants.

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

/ Props

Music : Use of recorded music is allowed. (Tape should not have voices or
words)

: Use of musical instruments is allowed. However, musicians must

sing and perform together with the team members during
presentation.

Judges : The competition shall be judged by an odd numbered panel 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 Poor Fair Good Excellent

5 1 2 3 4 5
10 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10
20 1-4 5-8 9-12 13-16 17-20
40 1-8 9-16 17-24 25-32 33-40

2. Adjudication :

2.1 Language Proficiency (40 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following :

i. correct, clear and accurate pronunciation

ii. Clear enunciation, articulation and intonation
iii. Use of correct grammar
iv. Appropriate and effective choice of words
v. fluency

2.2 Delivery and Presentation (40 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. well coordinated and creative choreography, movements, music

ii. Rhythm, timing and tempo
iii. Confident presentation
iv. Variety of voice, intonation, speech
v. team cooperation and coordination

2.3 Theme (10 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. interesting and appealing to audience

ii. Meaningful
iii. Continuous, developmental in sequence, action
iv. Values integrated

2.4 Costumes and Props (10 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. suitable
ii. Creative and effective
 SCORE SHEET

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACTION SONG COMPETITION

PRIMARY SCHOOLS (LEVEL 1)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

Lang. Presentation Theme Costume Penalty

TEAM Proficiency Delivery Props max Total Placing Time
(40 m) (40 m) (10 m) (10 m) (-10 m)
1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

Name of Adjudicator: Signature:

Date:
 FREQUENCY COUNT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

PRIMARY SCHOOLS (LEVEL 1)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________

Judge 1 Judge 2 Judge 3 Judge 4 Judge 5 FINAL

PLACING TIME TEAM NO. PLACING

Name of Chief Adjudicator :

Signature :

Date :
 RESULT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

PRIMARY SCHOOLS (LEVEL 1)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

PLACING CONTESTANT NO./NAME SCHOOL/STATE

FIRST

SECOND

THIRD

Chief Judge :

Judge 1 :

Judge 2 :

Judge 3 :

Judge 4 :

Date :
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PRIMARY SCHOOLS
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(LEVEL 1)