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Email AddressTeacher Web Page | david_richardson@gwinnett.k12.ga.us www.gsmstmusic.org | Teacher Support(Help sessions etc.) | Help sessions are available during the second half of lunch periods (intervention). |
Course Description (Published in the Choice Book)
Students engage in preparation and performance of music literature equivalent to Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) difficulty level IV/V. Students refine bowing techniques, performance techniques, intonation, and knowledge of music theory and history.
Prerequisites: Middle school orchestra participation and audition.
Course Curriculum Content
The entire list of Academic, Knowledge and Skills for each of the following curriculum strands in this course can be accessed through the district web address at www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us
AKS Strands | Units/Topics | A. Skills and Technique/Performance B. Creation C. Critical Analysis/Investigation D. Cultural and Historical Context | 1. Warm Ups 2. Scales and Rhythmic Studies 3. Concert Performance 4. Music Reading and Notation 5. Listening and Analysis 6. Performance Evaluations 7. Historical and Musical Context |
Instructional Materials and Supplies
Published Materials | Instructional Supplies | Advanced Technique for Strings- Allen, Gillespie, Hayes Sight-Read It for Strings - Dabczynski, Meyer & Phillips Orchestra Literature – Various Composers and Arrangers | 1) Instrument and bow in playing condition 2) Rosin 3) Metronome/Tuner 4) Pencil 5) Shoulder rest (violin/viola) 6) Cleaning cloth |
Evaluation and Grading
Assignments | Grade Weights | Grading Scale | Written Tests Playing Tests/Pass-offs Rehearsal and Performance Attendance Daily Class Rehearsal Competency Class Assignments Final Exam | Class Assessments 35% · Pass-offs 30% · Rehearsal Competency 5% Summative Assessment 45% · Concerts/Rehearsals 30% · Written/Playing Tests 15% Final Exam 20% · Written exam 10% · Performance exam 10% | A: 90 and above B: 80 – 89 C: 74 – 79 D: 70 – 73
F: 69 or below |
other Information
Expectations for Academic Success | Additional Requirements/Resources | 1) Daily Individual Practice 2) Small Ensemble Practice as assigned 3) Professional Rehearsal Etiquette 4) Ear Training 5) Music Theory Training | · Bach Chorales for Strings – arr. Thurston |
The syllabus may be updated as needed throughout the semester.
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