FOCUS: DURATION

LEARNING GOAL: Performing 3 beats in a bar definitely has a different feel then music in a 2/4 or 4/4 time signature. The first beat of each bar is the strong beat in 3/4 time – be sure to demonstrate this when performing this task.

MINDS ON! The waltz is a dance, which uses music in 3/4 time. As the first step of a waltz is your largest and leading step, so is the first beat of the bar in 3/4 time. How does music performed in 3/4 time, sound and feel different from music written in 2/4 or 4/4 time?

ACTION! In order to be successful with this task, you will need to:

• • Think about how the beats in a 3/4 bar are stressed differently from a bar of 4/4 music.

  • Demonstrate musical phrasing and expressive controls.

  • Demonstrate accuracy in rhythm and pitch when performing.

CONSOLIDATION: In order to move to the next task, you must perform the following piece for your teacher and receive feedback.

Flute 08 Clarinet/Trumpet 08 Tenor 08 Alto 08 French 08 Trombone/Baritone 08 Tuba 08