
CODA
(Certificate of Distinguished Achievement)
Chair: Dr. Paula Sabin
949-551-5145
CODA Guidelines & Instructions
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The Certification Of Distinguished Achievement is a unique and innovative event designed to evaluate and give recognition to piano students.
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The primary goal of CODA is to set a high standard for performance that will:
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Encourage long-term commitment to piano studies
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Allow students to feel a sense of pride in their accomplishments
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Give parents a means to gauge their child’s progress
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CODA offers piano students an opportunity to:
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Have goals and perform repertoire
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Receive written evaluations
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Experience the evaluation process in a friendly setting
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CODA has two options for student evaluation:
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Musicianship Option: Levels Preparatory through 6
Students play two pieces for Levels Preparatory–3; three pieces for Levels 4–6;
includes Technique, Sight Reading, Ear Training and Concepts/Theory. -
Performance Option: Levels Preparatory through 10.
Student evaluations are based entirely on performance of repertoire.
All music must be original works for solo piano solo.
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Students who complete a CODA evaluation receive a Certificate of Distinguished Achievement for the level completed.
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Students demonstrating exceptional mastery are also awarded Honors.
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A special Advanced Certificate is awarded at Level 10—the completion of the Performance Option.
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