MS Music Guide

Entrances and Releases Articulation Style Tonguing Bowing Coordination

Consistency of Action Pitch Range Posture Articulations/Bowing Precision, Timing Diaphragmatic Breathing Stroke Type in Percussion

Consistent Muscle Control Control of Ranges Ready and Playing Posture Articulations/Bowing in Legato, Staccato, Marcato Precision/Timing Diaphragmatic Breathing

EXAMPLE LESSONS, ASSESSMENTS, and OTHER RESOURCES

NAfME Article: Elements of Alexander Technique: Discovering a Natural Approach to String Playing NAfME Article: Teaching Breath Support - Band Directors Talk Shop Rubric: UHSAA Large Instrumental Ensemble Rubric

WISR CONNECTIONS:

Writing, Inquiry, Speaking, Listening, Reading, Viewing

Level 1 STANDARDS:

● Standard L1.MI.P.3: With guidance, make appropriate interpretive musical decisions as a soloist/ensemble. ● Standard L1.MI.P.5: Demonstrate fluency in the following technical performance skills: ○ Basic major scales ○ Chromatic scale with limited range ○ Articulation ○ Dynamics ○ Rhythmic accuracy ○ Note accuracy ○ Ensemble listening ○ Tuning ○ Targeted practice techniques ○ Balance/blend ○ Rudimentary ear training ● Standard L1.MI.P.7: Demonstrate productive rehearsal habits, both as an individual and as an ensemble member. ● Standard L1.MI.P.8: Watch and respond appropriately to the conductor and perform with technical accuracy, utilizing appropriate phrasing, dynamics, style, tempo, balance and blend to express ideas and emotions. ● Standard L1.MI.R.4: Identify and describe, with guidance, the technical and musical skills evident in a quality performance.