Unified
Arts-Music
As part of the Unified Arts rotation, this class will provide students
with the opportunity to engage in and appreciate a variety of music with an
emphasis on singing. Students will learn basics of music theory, music history,
rhythmic reading and sight-reading through singing. Grades will be based on
attitude, effort, daily participation, and test
Scores, and not on talent.
The students assigned to the Unified Arts will experience four of the
five classes offered. The five classes offered in the rotation are: Music, Art,
Home Economics, Shop and Keyboarding When the student signed up for Unified
Arts, they were asked to choose which class of the four they absolutely wanted
to take. The student was then assigned to the remaining three classes.
The
objectives of the music program is as follows:
To
develop in the student an understanding and appreciation of the various
types of music which can he beneficial during an entire lifetime.
To
develop better citizenship. Music participation emphasizes the ability to
work with others as a member of a
team. Participation in a music class teaches the importance of a cooperative
effort, acceptance of leadership and the need for discipline and maturity.
To help achieve
self-realization through participation in the music program. Some results
can be artistic experience, emotional development, creative attitudes, skill
and knowledge, physical and mental health, mental stimulation,
self-expression and personality development.
To
contribute to, and help broaden, the cultural life of the students and the
community.
To
follow the essential learnings as provided for by the State of Washington.
Students are asked to abide by the
Central Kitsap School District Student Rights and Responsibilities code, which
is provided for each student at the beginning of the year. There are some rules
however that pertain to your child’s chorus class.
No
Gum.
If
you have a question, raise your hand.
Listen
to instructions.
Practice
and perform to the best of your ability.
Grading
Procedure
Motivation
for the choirs at CKJH should not revolve around letter grades, rather the
desire to be the best musician one can be: to participate in the rewarding
experience of creating music and the gratification of excellence in performance.
Nevertheless, your child will receive a grade for chorus and that grade will be
based on a percentage of the following:
Participation
and Conduct (40-50%) - Attendance, daily effort, positive attitude,
willingness to learn and take on new challenges and behaviour.
Assignments
and Tests (40-50%) - Music Theory, Music Literature, Music Appreciation,
Sight-singing and other daily work.
Extra
Credit (1-5%) Extra Credit will be given for any musical experience in which
students participate outside of chorus class at CKJH. Musical experiences
will need to meet the teacher’s approval. Approved experiences will be
formal concerts, music recitals, lectures, classes, dance recitals, live
musicals (including theatre) as well as any concerts performed by other
schools’ musical groups.
Materials
Students
will need:
A
brain
A
voice
A
willingness to explore different types of music
Some
type of writing instrument (pen or pencil)
The
Central Kitsap School District strives to provide students with a challenging
and balanced music curriculum aligned to the State and District standards and
Board policies. Because of music’s varied genres and its rich and global
heritage, music in our program can come from many backgrounds including
Multi-Cultural, Secular, Sacred, Patriotic, music in Native Languages, and
Popular music throughout history. Factors in selecting this music can include
but are not limited to:
Examination
of the musical concepts (Essential Learnings) that can be taught through
rehearsing and performing the particular piece.
The
musical range (how high or low) of the piece for the students presently in
the singing group.
The
balance with the other selections currently rehearsed from a style, tempo
and text consideration.
Contributions
of various cultural, ethnic and religious groups.
Historical
significance on music and/or composer.
The
number of singing parts involved (2-part, 2-part, 4-part, etc…).
Student
familiarity and joy in rehearsing/singing the song.
Particular
units of time periods regular classroom teachers are studying.
Seasonal
considerations (holidays, festivals, celebrations, etc…).
Sometimes
groups perform and are evaluated at contests and festivals.
Styles
or time periods for particular festivals or contests.
Students and families who attend our schools have diverse values on many issues. We both recognize and accommodate family values. If you prefer that your child not participate in dance, the performance of religious songs, or the performance of patriotic songs, please advice me of the parameters of participation for your son/daughter. Upon parental request, teachers and principals will work with you and your son/daughter for an appropriate accommodation.
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