# Applied Lessons Grade Components and Weights Your Applied Lessons grade is not based only on weekly preparation and your end-of-semester Jury. Those matter, but other factors also count. **Such factors include:** - Attendance and punctuality at non-class, percussion-related events - E.g., peer recitals, concerts, guest artist clinics, etc. - **Attendance and contribution at gear moves**[^1] - General courtesy and demeanor as a studio member - Care and diligence when using university equipment and spaces ## Why so many other factors for my grade? Most students come to lessons prepared and pass their Jury. But a semester here is much more than weekly lessons. With so many events and gear moves, a student can play well for the teacher yet be a poor team player. That behavior has consequences in the real world. Your Applied Lessons grade makes sure your conduct among your peers matches your work in your music. #### Will you fail me if I'm not a team player? No. We cannot and will not fail you simply for being unpleasant. We follow [[6.6 University Policies|university policies]] and grade you fairly by the terms in your Applied Lessons Syllabus. > [!important] > Every applied syllabus counts these non-musical factors, **so they are legitimate, gradable components.** As in any course, no single area decides your whole grade. ### The Bottom Line If you: 1. show up prepared and work hard, and 2. avoid being selfish or irresponsible as a studio member, ...you will be just fine. [^1]: Highlighted because this is one of the **most** common obligations