Students will learn how to play different genres or styles of music on a stringed instrument with others. They will also demonstrate understanding of music history, music theory, and will create music based on school district goals and national core arts music standards. Students will be able to listen objectively to music, to self-monitor, to self-assess their own playing, to apply problem solving skills to find musical solutions, to respond to deeper questions regarding the culture of music, to analyze music to appreciate, to create and improvise music, and to perform high quality Orchestral (guitar orchestra and string orchestra) music, and to communicate feedback for improvement. In addition, students will learn lifelong skills necessary for success in life such as teamwork, communication, perseverance, leadership, tenacity, endurance, time management, and responsibility.
40% - Daily rehearsal skills, quizzes, assessments.
40%. - Concert attendance, dress, and etiquette.
20% - Projects, Assignments, and Practice.
Practice Logs- Students are expected to practice for quality rather than quantity and to record practice strategies when requested. Practice logs demonstrating students goals and progress through practice must be returned every progress and trimester period for 100% credit.
Quizzes and Playing Tests - Quizzes and playing tests will be completed in class weekly either pairs or groups. Informal tests, and some assessments will be graded though the learning technological application called Make Music. All students will be required to join this platform.
Assignments- Homework practice assignments and music book assignments will be assigned in the technological platform called Make Music. Students will access Make Music Assignments through the web based platform on their chromebooks by logging in with their school google account.
Make beautiful music.
Use instruments and music properly.
Show respect to everyone.
Involve yourself in class and be part of the team.
Come prepared on time and contribute positively.
Distinguished- 5 points
Proficient - 4 points
Basic- 3 points
Unsatisfactory- 0-2 points (does not contribute)