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Mr. Ryan Lee (이상민) | rlee@daltonschool.kr
Course Description
Course Description
Orchestra is an ensemble-based performance class. Students will have the opportunity to play a wide variety of repertoire, ranging from classical to pop music. The course emphasizes both individual skill development and ensemble performance. Throughout the year, students will perform in at least two concerts and one festival. Attendance at all performances is mandatory. Students are expected to practice their parts outside of class to contribute effectively to the ensemble. During rehearsals, the focus will be on musicality and interpreting each piece as the composer intended. The goal is to perform together as a cohesive, expressive ensemble.
Units of Study & Assessment Information
Units of Study & Assessment Information
Semester 1: Ensemble Playing, Intonation, Personal Goal Setting
Semester 1: Ensemble Playing, Intonation, Personal Goal Setting
How can we express ourselves with fellow musicians and set sustainable goals for our musical growth?
In this unit, students will delve into the essential elements of ensemble playing, intonation mastery, and personal goal setting. Through collaborative exploration, students will learn to blend their individual instrumental voices into a harmonious whole, refining their ability to communicate and synchronize within a group setting. The unit will also focus on the nuances of intonation, training students' ears to recognize and adjust pitch discrepancies for a polished and precise performance. To further enrich their musical journey, students will engage in personal goal setting, developing a clear roadmap for their own growth and improvement throughout the course. Through targeted exercises, practice strategies, and regular self-assessment, students will take ownership of their progress, fostering a sense of agency and accomplishment in their musical pursuits.
In Semeseter 1, students will:
Collaborate in musical discussions and playing.
Set goals for personal growth and practice techniques to improve individual learning.
RUBRICS
Unit 1: Playing Check Rubric
Unit 1: Playing Check Rubric
Musical Language-Unit 1 Rubric
Semester 2: Dynamic contrast, visualization and performance, practice techniques
Semester 2: Dynamic contrast, visualization and performance, practice techniques
How can we continue to grow and express ourselves as musicians through visualization of performance, extension of dynamic contrast, and continued development of practice techniques?
In this innovative orchestral unit, musicians will embark on a transformative journey to elevate their musical expression through visualization, dynamic contrast, and advanced practice techniques. Through a dynamic blend of interactive workshops, collaborative rehearsals, and individualized coaching sessions, participants will unlock new dimensions of artistic depth and mastery, empowering them to soar to new heights of musical excellence.
In Semester 2, students will:
Collaborate in musical discussions and playing.
Set goals for personal growth and practice techniques to improve individual learning.
RUBRICS
Unit 2: Playing Check Rubric
Unit 2: Playing Check Rubric
Music Resources and Selections-Unit 2 RubricBroad Learning Categories / Transfer Goals
Broad Learning Categories / Transfer Goals
Proficiency Scale
Proficiency Scale
Weekly Schedule
Weekly Schedule
Classroom and Course Expectations
Classroom and Course Expectations
Expectations
Expectations
Students are expected to...
Respect each other's boundaries and space including all classroom materials
Engage in classroom discussion and evaluations promoting a safe and creative space for music engagement
Come prepared with all materials daily including a specified music folder, music, writing materials, and devices. (all music must be printed for performance and classroom use)
Enjoy the music making process!
Late Work
Late Work
All work is expected to be submitted on the day it is due. In the event a student does not submit a summative assessment on the day it is due, that student will…
Be given an opportunity to submit their work up to two weeks after the original due date/time without penalty.
Forfeit their opportunity to be reassessed.
Special considerations may be made for students with extended absences because of sickness, family problems, or family tragedy.
Extra Credit
Extra Credit
Extra credit assignments will not be provided.
Reassessment
Reassessment
When reassessment is offered, students must meet the following requirements:
complete the original task or assessment (summative) by the specified due date
complete all required assignments (formative assessments) leading up to the summative
complete the reassessment form provided by the teacher
complete a mini-conference with the teacher
The highest summative assessment score is what is entered into Powerschool.
There is a threshold to the reassessments to which students are entitled:
Summative Reassessment Threshold: You are able to reassess ONCE given you satisfy the requirements above. If there is a plan to reassess the same learning outcome, then no additional reassessment is necessary.
Formative Reassessment Threshold: You are provided with UNLIMITED formative reassessments as these types of assessments are solely meant for feedback and improving your skills and abilities in English.
** The following final measures of learning may not be reassessed: end-of-course or end-of-semester exams; culminating projects/performances/papers.
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