Program: Arts
Course: AMU2O
Grade: 10
Level: Open
Semester: 1, 2017-2018
Teacher Name: Ms. Visser
Contact: avisser@rchs.on.ca
Introduction
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop their understanding of musical conventions, practices, and terminology and apply the elements of music in a range of activities. They will also explore the function of music in society with reference to the self, communities, and cultures.
Course Documents
Units Of Study
- Performance
- Elements of Music (Theory)
- Music and Society (History)
- The Mixtape Project
Note: Units run concurrently
Upcoming Assignments and Evaluations
Date
Topic
Explanation
01/12/2018
Mixtape Project
Mixtape playlists should be posted on the class edmodo wall, and final write-ups should be submitted.
01/16/2018
Playing Exam
Students are evaluated on their final performance piece as part of the final 30% of their grade.
01/17/2018
Listening Exam
Students will be evaluated on their ability to identify and recognize the significance of music studied in class.
01/25/2018
Final Exam
Students will be evaluated on all the material studied in the course in this written exam.