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Primitive Musical Instrument Home-Made-Instrument Rubric Research instruments from around the world. Write a one-page summary of the origin of the instrument. Provide step-by-step instructions on how you made the instrument. Be prepared to introduce and play your instrument in front of the class. Rubric Code: YB9843 By CMantei Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Arts and Design Type: Project Grade Levels: 6-8

Home-Made-Instrument
	Not Evident 1 pts	Partially Proficient 2 pts	Proficient 3 pts	Advanced 4 pts
Sound	Not Evident The instrument can not emit a sound.	Partially Proficient The instrument can only produce one or two different pitches.	Proficient The instrument can produce three to four pitches.	Advanced The instrument can produce more than four distinct pitches in a musical scale.
Materials	Not Evident No materials were used or the instrument was purchased (it was not home-made).	Partially Proficient Student purchased the majority of the materials from a store, or the instrument was made from another instrument.	Proficient Student used limited contemporary materials and maintained the integrity and history of the instrument.	Advanced Student maintained the integrity and history of the instrument.
Craftsmanship and Aesthetic Value	Not Evident The student did not construct anything.	Partially Proficient The instrument makes music, but there was little effort to maintain authenticity.	Proficient The student paid attention to detail and there are a number of decorative elements added to the instrument.	Advanced The instrument is stunning! It is a true work of art and is an accurate prototype.
Step-by-Step Instruction	Not Evident The student did not prepare step-by-step instructions.	Partially Proficient The student prepared step-by-step instructions without illustrations or materials.	Proficient The student prepared step-by-step instructions including materials without illustrations.	Advanced The students prepared step-by-step instructions, including illustrations and materials.
History of Instrument	Not Evident The student did not prepare a one-page summary.	Partially Proficient The student prepared a one-page summary one instrument without referencing.	Proficient The student completed a one-page summary, with reference.	Advanced The student completed a one-page, unique summary, with reference.