Being a music teacher, there are many concepts that I would like my students to acquire more fully. In my fifth grade general music class, there are four specific concepts that I would like my students to acquire more fully by the end of the school year.
Firstly, students will be able to identify note names on the treble and bass clef staves. By presenting students with saying to help remember the letter names or using alphabetical order and using reference points, students will be able to learn the correct placement of letter names for each clef. Working as a class using diagrams, SmartBoard, and worksheets are helpful. Students will work in pairs or small groups to complete materials. Access in the computer lab will be given for students to play musicracer.com to see if they truly know the letter names. This game is a fun way to test their knowledge.
Secondly, students will be able to identify and describe the characteristics of the instrument families of the band and orchestra. Readings, videos, and an instrument "petting zoo" will be utilized to help students understand the similarities and differences between the instrument families. Sound production and other characteristics will be the focus to help students understand. Also, many listening examples will be included as well as Disney's "Peter and the Wolf" to help students identify visually and aurally with the instruments.
Next, students will be able to identify dynamic terms. Listening examples will be provided to help students identify the difference between forte (f), mezzo forte (mf), piano (p), and pianissimo (pp). Actual written examples will be provided to encourage the students to perform the basic rhythms with the correct dynamics.
Lastly, students will be able to describe music using musical terms. Different listening examples will be provided to the students while they complete a listening log. Students will build on their previously learned knowledge regarding musical concepts and describe the music being heard. Dynamics, instrumentation, timbre, and other factors are all included in this activity. Students will also be able to explain why these factors are influencing what they are hearing. In addition, students will describe why they like or do not like the music being performed while using appropriate vocabulary.
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