June 16, 2011

Grad Song link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SeLxRle5LE

Week of June 13, 2011

Grade 7: This is week 17 in term 2. There is no practising homework this week.

During the first class of the week, students will have the opportunity to complete their Big Raven tests if they were away. Then we will be going to the computer lab to experience composing with Finale music software. Students will learn how to set up their score and input notes and rests to compose an 8 bar melody.

During the second class of the week, students will learn how to cut and paste measures, add dynamic markings, articulation (staccatos, slurs, ties, accents), repeats and special bar lines. They will also change their solo piece into a duet by adding a second harmony.

Homework: Students should make up/complete any outstanding work.

Grade 8: This is week 17 in term 2. There is no practising homework this week.

During the first class of the week, students will have an opportunity to view the DVD recording of their Stomp performance. They will also see the performances of some other groups. Feedback will be offered to all groups.

During the second class of the week, students work in their Stomp groups to reflect on their performances in Stomp. They will respond to and share their answers to 14 questions about the process of creating a Stomp routine, and their final product. If time permits we will discuss the singing of an original graduation song.

Homework: Students should make up/complete any outstanding work.

June 6, 2011

Grade 7:

This is practise week 16 in term 2. Students should be practising twice this week outside of class.

During the first class of the week, students will complete Blues composing performances and have one final practise for their performance test on "Big Raven". The performance rubric will be shared with students and practise should focus on using expression in their performance.

They will receive theory sheets 18/19, 21/22, and 26/27 which review concepts covered in our music. (ties, slurs, repeats, endings, key signatures and accidentals). These should be begun for homework.

During the second class of the week, students will perform "Big Raven" for a mark, and we will take up the theory sheets.

Homework: complete theory sheets and prepare for Big Raven test.

Grade 8:

This is practise week 16 in term 2. Students should be practising for their STOMP performances. During the first class of the week, students will review and perfect all sections of their STOMP routine in preparation for the assessment next class. All questions in their booklets should be completed and handed in.

During the second class of the week, students will be performing their STOMP routines for each other and will be marked on their performances.

Homework: complete any outstanding work and turn in by the end of the week.