Welcome

Hello Grade 11 and 12 students and parents,
I am so excited about having another opportunity to teach you. Music 112 is an advanced and challenging class where you will learn advanced music theory, performance skills, independent practice skills and how to effectively express yourself through another language. This course is significantly harder than grade 10 and requires committment and motivation from you to be successful. Talent is not necessary, but discipline is.
This blog will be used to keep you in touch with upcoming activities, some classroom notes and your comments. I will also post resources and pictures or videos of class activities. Check back regularly (at least once a week).
Cheers
Ms. Hsu

Course Outline
Music 112 is an advanced music course that requires commitment to music and dedication to learning. Students will be expected to practice everyday and be prepared to perform publicly. However, students are not required to be musically talented as skills can be developed with hard work and a positive attitude.
A: The language of Music – Advanced
What do you need to know in order to communicate through music?
- Review of notes, rhythm, time signature, dynamics, tempo, accidentals
- Form/Structure
- Chords/Intervals/Cadences
- Key Signature
- Scales
- Transposition/Arrangements
B: Music in our lives
How do other people communicate through music?
- Different Genres – Blues, Jazz, Classical, Popular, World music
- Historical and cultural influences ; Music and politics/culture
- Interpretation and understanding
Participation/Homework
Reflections, assignments and listening analysis, tests
C: Being musicians
How do you communicate through music?
- Guitar/Keyboard/percussion/others
- Application of knowledge
- Group performances – small and class
- Individual performances
- Performance on stage at public concert
- Composition process – Group and individual
Composition tasks
Performances
D. Portfolio
Beyond the classroom – Music in your life. (prove your learning)
- Personal influences
- Samples of work
- Development of music skill
- Analysis of music
- Learning objectives
Your class mark will consist of assignments (20%), written tests (20%), participation (10%) portfolio (20%) and performances (30%).
Code of Conduct
Respect others
Respect property
Respect yourself
I expect all students to abide by this code in my class.
General Procedures
1. ALWAYS put your name on anything that you hand in – I cannot mark your work if I don’t know who it belongs too. Keep everything in your portfolio.
2. Presentation counts for a lot -if I can’t read it I cannot mark it and therefore you cannot get marks.
3. Late assignments will only be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
4. Notify the music teacher before using any equipment.
5. When using the keyboards – No food and drink, turn the power off and use headphones when you are done.
6. Textbooks are school property – please take good care of them.
7. Missed tests and assignments should be completed as soon as you are back in school. It is your responsibility to bring in a note and make arrangements.
8. In order to succeed in my class you have to attend and try. Remember to do your homework and practice regularly. Participate in class, practice is the only way you will improve.
If you have a question or a concern please do not hesitate to contact me at school at 357-4015 or via email at Winnie.hsu@nbed.nb.ca.
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