Melodic Notation 2
In this unit, students will continue to develop their foundation for musical learning by reviewing notating pitch and melody on the treble staff before adding new concepts in bass clef, ledger lines and the grand staff. Students will identify additional key signatures and clefs as well as additional articulation and notation terms. Students will identify, perform, and create music examples that utilize various music styles and navigational devices.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this Unit, students will be able to:
- Identify notation concepts on the grand staff
- Perform a variety of music using different clefs
- Demonstrate understanding of navigational devices when performing music
- Create short melodic sequences using articulation and notational terms within provided guidelines
Essential Questions
- How are melodies notated?
- What is phrasing in melody?
- What is a key signature?
- How are navigational systems used to indicate the form in music?
Unit Syllabus (No Lessons)
Below is a map of lessons in the order of suggested presentation. You will find a variety of introductory lessons that present a new concept for the first time, practice lessons that contain ear training, recognizing, and identifying a concept, and reinforcing lessons that include creating with, producing with, or performing a concept.