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Glee Club (SCP) 825
AN OVERVIEW

TIME FRAME: Full Year
GRADE: 9-12
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         MAP LEVEL:
01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC

01.2.1.0.1 -- Students will sing independently on pitch and in rhythm, with appropriate timbre, diction and posture, and maintain a steady tempo

01.2.1.0.2 -- Students will sing expressively, with appropriate dynamics, phrasing and interpretation

01.2.1.0.3 -- Students will sing from memory a varied repertoire of songs representing genres and styles from diverse cultures

01.2.1.0.4 -- Students will sing ostinatos, partner songs and rounds

01.2.1.0.5 -- Students will sing in groups, blending vocal timbres, matching dynamic levels, and responding to the cues of a conductor.

01.2.1.5.1 -- Students will sing accurately and with good breath control throughout their singing ranges, alone and in small and large ensembles

01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC

01.2.1.5.2 -- Students will sing with expression and technical accuracy a repertoire of vocal literature with a difficulty level of 2, on a scale of 1 to 6 including some songs performed from memory

01.2.1.5.3 -- Students will sing music representing diverse genres and cultures, with expression appropriate for the work being performed;

01.2.1.5.4 -- Students will sing music written in two and three parts

01.2.1.9.3 -- Students will demonstrate well-developed ensemble skills.

01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC

01.2.5.0.1 -- Students will read whole, half, dotted half, quarter and eighth notes and rests in 2/4, 3/4, and 4/4 meter signatures

01.2.5.0.2 -- Students will use a system (that is, syllables, numbers or letters) to read simple pitch notation in the treble clef in major keys

01.2.5.0.3 -- Students will identify symbols and traditional terms referring to dynamics, tempo and articulation and interpret them correctly when performing

01.2.5.5.2 -- Students will read at sight simple melodies in both the treble and bass clefs

01.2.5.5.3 -- Students will identify and define standard notation symbols for pitch, rhythm, dynamics, tempo, articulation and expression

01.2.6.0.3 -- Students will use appropriate terminology in explaining music, music notation, music instruments and voices, and music performances

01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC

01.2.6.5.1 -- Students will describe specific music events in a given aural example, using appropriate terminology

01.2.7.0.1 -- Students will devise criteria for evaluating performances and compositions

01.2.7.0.2 -- Students will explain, using appropriate music terminology, their personal preferences for specific musical works and styles.

01.2.7.5.2 -- Students will evaluate the quality and effectiveness of their own and others' performances, compositions, arrangements and improvisations by applying specific criteria appropriate for the style of the music, and offer constructive suggestions for improvement.

01.2.7.5.1 -- Students will develop criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music performances and compositions and apply the criteria in their personal listening and performing

01.2.7.9.1 -- Students will evolve specific criteria for making informed, critical evaluations of the quality and effectiveness of performances, compositions, arrangements and improvisations and apply the criteria in their personal participation in music

01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC



1) What are the characteristics of a healthy singing voice and sound?
2) What comprises good singing posture?
3) How does one produce a healthy vocal sound while singing in a choir?
4) What are the basics of musical notation and beginning level music vocabulary and terminology?
5) What are the different genres of choral music?
6) What consitutes good performance behavior and practice?
7) How is blend and balance achieved within the choral ensemble?
8) How is communication established between performer and conductor in both a performance and a rehearsal setting?





The Glee Club is a women's choir open to students in the 10th, 11th and 12th grade. The class will give the student an opportunity to learn choral music of a wide range of styles and time periods. This class meets every other day for the full year. The student's attendance and participation at the music concerts during the school year is required. Mixed chorus and an audition are required for admission into Glee Club.

Glee Club is for those students with an intermediate level of musicianship. The concepts and skills begun in the mixed chorus are continued and developed in the Glee Club. The students will be exposed to many musical genres with a difficulty level of 3 or 4. Students will sing songs written in the SSA, SSAA formats or any variation there of. Genres will include but are not limited to: a cappella music of all kinds, folk songs, choral standards, spirituals, multicultural music, show tunes, and pop music (for Pops Concert). Different rehearsal techniques will also be incorporated into the everyday rehearsals as well as the concerts. Such techniques include mixed seating and rehearsals in the round. Focus will be placed upon what constitutes a healthy vocal technique, breath control and breath support. Sight singing will also be incorporated into the daily rehearsals

Currently, the concert structure in the WA Music Department is as follows:
Winter Concert- December- combined band and chorus
Mid-Year Concert- March- ensembles are divided into 2 seperate evenings of concerts
Pops Concert/End of the Year-Combined band and chorus



The students in Glee Club will develop the ability to:
-Sing with a round, supported, healthy tone
-Sing in a group, blending vocal timbres, matching dynamic levels and responding to the cues of the conductor
-Explain and demonstrate the process of breath control and breath support
-Have a working knowledge of basic music terminology such as dynamics, articulation makrings, expression markings and pitch identification
-Count and perform music written in simple and compound meter
-Perform music written for SSA or any combination there of in a traditional choral set up as well as different mixed seating arrangements
-Perform a cappella and accompanied music of caring levels of difficulty and from many genres



As a member of Glee Club, the student will:
*Sing a variety of choral music from many genres, consisting of but not limited to:
A cappella music, music in foreign languages, folk songs, spirituals, show tunes, popular music, multicultural music
*Sing music written for SSA or any variation thereof at a level of grade 3 or higher
*Perform in a minimum of three concerts a year
*Continue to build upon knowledge of time signatures in simple and compound meter. Students will demonstrate the ability to count using these meters with a focus to include syncopated rhythms.
*Continue to build upon knowledge of basic music terminology and incorporate said terminology into everyday class discussions and performances.
*Be exposed to different seating arrangements to help strengthen the aural skills. Students will sit in sections as well as mixed seating. Concerts may be performed in the mixed seating arrangement.
*Incorporate sight singing into the daily rehearsals
*Learn healthy singing techniques and vocal warm-ups that will help to extend the vocal range and provide the groundwork for a life time of healthy singing.






Students in Glee Club will be assessed via the following means:
*Multiple choice and fill in the blank quizes on musical terminology
*Class Participation-posture, singing, marking music, questions asked or answered
*Class Preparation-folder with music and a pencil
*Concert attendance to the three concerts performed through the school year
*Written final examination given at the end of the second semester




*The WAMD tries to take a music department trip anually to a music festival where the students can be adjudicated. This helps to give the students constructive criticism as well as reenforces the daily rehearsal concepts covered in Glee Club. WAMD has traveled to such places as Toronto, Virginia Beach, New York City, Washington, D.C. and performed in the Magical Music Days at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

*Sophomores-seniors that are a member of the WAMD Choral program are eligible to audition for the extra curricular choral ensemble, the Hill Singers. One year of mixed chorus must be completed before students may audition. Special consideration may be given to transfer students.

*Any student that is a member of the WAMD Choral program is eligible to audition for the CMEA Eastern Region Music Festival and the NEMFA Music Festival. Choral department members may also be considered for nomination to the Quinebaug Valley Music Festival honor's Chorus.




Music will be selected from the Woodstock Academy Choral Library with supplimental pieces being purchased from vendors such as J.W. Pepper. Currently, the WAMD choral library has over 800 titles.

BOOKS:
Sight Singing for SSA-Joyce Eilers and Emily Crocker