Intermediate Mixed Chorus Beginning Mixed Chorus 54. 0221001/54. 0221002 54. 0211001-1/54. 0211002-1

Benjamin E. Mays High School

Carnegie Unit 1/Year .5 Carnegie Unit for /Semester

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   Daily participation in all learning activities
   
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   Obtaining a group uniform {choral uniform information attached}
   
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   Attendance at scheduled after school rehearsals
   
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   Participation in all individual and group public performances
   
5. 
   Attendance at designated Fine Arts Programs
   
6. 
   Measurable progress in vocal sight reading studies
   

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  Accuracy of time, pitch, and dynamics
  

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  Sing with correct intonation, clear diction, and pleasing tone quality
  

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  Sing music with complex structure of multiple parts
  
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  Perform music of various periods and styles
  
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  Recognize different styles and understand historical significance
  
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  Demonstrate by singing and understanding of the physical fundamentals of vocal technique
  
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  Sight read parts with good musicianship
  
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  Support the organization through dependability, cooperation, and enthusiasm
  
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  Exhibit interest and enjoyment in choral singing through a consistent effort to achieve a high standard of performance
  
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  Demonstrate and awareness of different careers in the field of music
  

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  Vocabulary study of music terminology and rhythm drills
  
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  Oral testing audio and visually recorded
  
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  Proper execution of melodies involving the complete vocal range in major and minor modes
  
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  Execution of easy to difficult rhythmic patterns
  
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  Group and individual performance of major, minor, and chromatic scales in dissonant or mixed pitch patterns
  
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  Frequent individual performance (students should practice at home 15 minutes daily)
  
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  Written and aural theory assignments
  
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  Advanced choral literature study of various musical periods, styles and composers
  
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  Discussion sessions, research assignments based on composers and historical perspective
  
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  Develop vocal techniques for interpretation of repertoire; phrasing, dynamics, balance, blend, diction, mood, tone color and tone projection
  

Students will be expected to participate in the Annual Winter Concert, Solo and Ensemble Festival, All State Chorus Auditions, Georgia Fifth District Choral Festival, Broadway Musical Productions, Spring Fine Arts Program/Concert and other designated programs and events.

The school-wide assignment tasks and assigned weights include the following:

90-100………….. A

80-89…………… B

70-79 ……………C

Below 70………. F

NE….Not Evaluated