Kelly McCartney
Kelly McCartney
Grades 6-8 Music/Chorus Teacher
kmccartney@eastpennsd.org
Lower Macungie Middle School
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Meet Mrs. McCartney
Meet Mrs. McCartney
Kelly McCartney is a general music and chorus teacher at Lower Macungie Middle School, where she teaches about the history, the understanding and the performing of music. Mrs. McCartney has her bachelors in Music Education from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and her Masters in Music Education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.
Outside the school day, Mrs. McCartney teaches multiple extra curricular chorus groups including Cadence, Treble Choir and Aksents. Mrs. McCartney is also the vocal instructor for our school musicals each year.
Outside of the school setting, Mrs. McCartney loves spending time with her family, going to new places, reading, swimming and crafting!
6th & 7th Grade Music Classes
6th & 7th Grade Music Classes
In 6th and 7th grade music classes we discuss units of history, theory and performance.
Music History
Music History
In 6th grade we discuss Medieval/Renaissance Periods of Music and the Baroque Period of Music. In 7th grade we discuss the Classical Period of Music and the Romantic Period of Music. We listen to examples of music from famous composers and understand common traits that occurred and musical developments and advancements.
Music Theory
Music Theory
In this unit students are taught basic music concepts to help them be able to play keyboards. This includes basic vocabulary, symbols, and meanings when reading music.
Keyboarding
Keyboarding
Students will learn multiple songs on the keyboards and play them for the teacher. Students then get the option to perform them for the class.
8th Grade Music Classes
8th Grade Music Classes
The focus in 8th grade music classes is Film Music and History of Rock n' Roll.
History of Rock n' Roll
History of Rock n' Roll
In this unit, we go into the progression of Rock n' Roll music from 1950's through the 1990's. Each decade sparks new genres and artists into the our music history. Through listening and videos students will get to experience the music through the ages.
Film Music Unit
Film Music Unit
In this unit, students will get to learn many terms and styles of music used in movies and television series. Students will then get to dive in and make a short film and add these music elements to enhance their project.
What supplies do I need?
What supplies do I need?
These items are needed to succeed in music class!
A folder or section in a binder.
Pencils
Pens
Highlighters
Earbuds/Headphones with a mini jack to connect to Chromebook and keyboards.
Chargers for Chromebooks
Chromebooks
Let's Get Connected
Let's Get Connected
You can always email me with questions, but the best way to see what we're doing in class is by checking in Schoology!
Schoology
Schoology
Schoology is where all assignments and instructions are available for students.
Technology Questions?
Technology Questions?
Check out our Family Tech Resources Website! The purpose of this site is to provide both students and families of the East Penn School District resources on the technology they are using in the classroom. Some of the resources are created by East Penn, while others may be created by the companies themselves.
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