COURSE PROFICIENCIES
COURSE: MUSIC APPRECIATION GRADE
7
I. COURSE OVERVIEW
7th Grade Music Appreciation is a half-year course designed for students to learn about music in an
exploratory manner. Students will be learning basic piano skills as well as developing their knowledge
of society’s influence on music throughout 20th Century America.
II. PROFICIENCIES
Students will be able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the following areas to various projects throughout the semester.
1. Notation: Note Reading, Rhythms, Meter
2. Develop piano skills
3. The history and structure of the 12-Bar Blues Form
4. The structure of Theme and Variations Form
5. The history and importance of Jazz, Swing and the Big Band Era in American History
6. The history of musical theatre and how music is used to tell a story
7. Music in the media and how music is used to create mood
8.
20th Century Experimental composers and
their music
COURSE STANDARDS
COURSE: MUSIC APPRECIATION GRADE
7
TEACHER: Amy Hotto
I. METHODS OF EVALUATION
1. Class Participation
a. Participation in class discussions and activities
b. Preparedness (supplies)
c. Homework
d. Projects, tests and quizzes
II. MATERIALS NEEDED FOR CLASS
1. 3 Ring Binder with loose leaf paper (This does not have to be a separate binder)
2. Pen
3. Pencil
III. CRITERIA FOR EXCELLENCE (Requirements for receiving and “A” in this
course.)
1. Class Participation (60% of Quarter Grade): Students are always prepared with the necessary materials, are polite and respectful and participate in class discussions and projects.
2. Projects, Homework, Tests and Quizzes (40% of Quarter Grade): Students demonstrate an understanding of the material covered in class.
IV. MAKE-UP AND EXTRA HELP POLICIES
1. By appointment at 7:10am in Room 216