Robbinsville High School Music in Society Mr. Westawski

Course Goals Use the Materials of Music to identify, define, analyze and discuss different musical styles. Recognize and describe the major characteristics of various styles of music. Identify examples of outstanding music from a variety of historic periods and cultures. Recognize and describe the role and influence of music in other areas of life throughout history. Identify ways culture has affected music and ways music has affected culture. Begin to understand the effect of music on social issues in the world and vice versa.

Units of Study Materials of Music (melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, etc.) Music Copyright (YouTube, downloading) Music of the World Music and Politics/Social Issues Critiquing musical performances Music in Movies and Television Music and Culture

Course Design Project Based Curriculum Teacher lecture/activities followed by a unit project, group or individual Participation Large percentage of the quarter grade

Course Requirements Notebook Folder/Binder i-pod or MP3 device

Grading Point-based system- each task, assessment, project, or goal is assigned a point value. Participation25/30 Project65/70 Quiz18/20 Homework20/20 Music Review48/50 To determine student ’ s grade, add the student ’ s scores together and divide by the total possible points 176/190 =.926 = 93%

Music Review Each quarter, students must attend one live musical event: Battle of the Bands Chorus concert Marching Band Show Pop music concert Provide a written critique of the performance using the guidelines from class Style of music Number of performers Use the Materials of Music as a guide

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