MS Music Guide

Topic 6: Performance & Rehearsal Considerations Level 1: Instrumental Music

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:

-Appropriate literature that is challenging yet accessible. -Performer is responsive to the conductor and follows cues. -Performers are professional in their appearance, poise and decorum as well as being an appropriate audience member. Examples of Learning Intention and Success Criteria Learning Intention: Success Criteria : I know I’ll have it when, ● I can successfully learn, rehearse, and perform selected musical pieces either by myself or with a group. ● Receive musical selection from teacher, or choose one individually. ● Individually practice and learn material contained in musical selection applying important performance concepts. ● Productively rehearse musical selection with others in a group. ● Perform the musical selection. ● Listen and analyze performance and identify areas that need improvement. ● Develop a plan to improve in those areas. Example of Learning Progression

CONCEPTS:

PRIORITIZED VOCABULARY:

SKILLS:

Intonation Balance Blend Rhythm Beat Tempo Articulation/Bowing Dynamics Style

Intonation Balance Blend Rhythm Beat

Playing in tune with others in a group. Blending and Balancing with others in a group. Playing rhythms and tempos correctly either alone or with others in a group. Respectful and productive rehearsal habits individually and

Tempo Posture Articulation/Bowing Dynamics