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September
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Intro to the Classical Era : |
Wk 1: Brief review of the Baroque Era (previously studied in 5th grade), including works of Bach, Handel, Vivaldi. Wk 2: Readings and discussions about the historical and cultural background to the Classical period, including art, politics, science, literature. Discussion of the ability of composers in this period to travel and be influenced by music and culture of other countries. Presentation in theory of the circle of fifths and identification of various keys and key signatures. Wks 3&4: Study of the life and works of Franz Joseph Haydn, often referred to as the "father of Classical Music." Haydn's important role in the development of the symphony and chamber music. Major works to be studied: Symphony No. 94; The Creation. Expanding the students' musical vocabularies.
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To review the history and theory of the Baroque era in order to provide clear points of contrast and development as we begin the study of the Classical Era. To develop the student's understanding and appreciation of music from the Classical Era (1750 - 1825) as well as the historical and cultural atmosphere that influenced the composition of this music. To gain an appreciation of the great importance of Haydn in the development of Western music. Theory: to explore the harmonic changes and compositional techniques that characterize music of this era as having developed from that of the previous period (Baroque).
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs.
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How did the changing cultural climate affect composers working in the late Baroque and early Classical periods? How did the establishment of major and minor tonality radically change musical composition? How does the music of the Classical Era sound different from that of the Baroque era? How did greater access to transportation promote cross-cultural musical influences? What was the patronage system for artists popular in the 18th century and how did it affect Haydn's work? Why is Haydn often referred to as the father of the symphony, the father of chamber music, and the father of the Classical Era?
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Quiz on the Baroque era and its major composers; quiz on Haydn's life and works; weekly theory quizzes, classroom participation.
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October
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Classical Music - Mozart : |
Study of the life and works of W.A. Mozart, arguably the most popular composer in the history of Western music. Major works to be studied include the 40th Symphony, the Piano Sonata in A major, and the opera The Magic Flute. In theory, study of the sonata-allegro form and its application and importance to the music of the Classical Era.
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To gain an understanding and appreciation of the work of Mozart. To gain perspective on the cultural environment in which Mozart was working and the multicultural influences found in his music, especially Europe's growing relationship with the Near East and Middle East. To appreciate Mozart's influence on changing operatic style with The Magic Flute. To further expand students' understanding of musical form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching a film of The Magic Flute; field trip to NYC cultural institution.
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How was Mozart's music influenced by Haydn? How did his music differ from that of his predecessors and his contemporaries? How did the availability of the fortepiano influence Mozart's compositional style? How was Mozart influenced by his travels throughout Europe? How did the growing interest in the Near East (especially Turkey) find its way into Mozart's compositions?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Mozart; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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November
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Classical Music - Beethoven : |
Study of the life and works of Ludwig van Beethoven. Works to be studied and analyzed include the Fifth Symphony and the Violin Concerto. In theory, study of harmony and tonality as well as concerto form. Expanding students' musical vocabularies.
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To gain an appreciation of Beethoven's monumental place in the history of Western music. To expand the students' understanding of the building blocks of Western music, especially harmony and form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching the film Beethoven Lives Upstairs.
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How did Beethoven's deafness affect his compositions? How did it affect his life and relationships? How does Beethoven's music serve as the bridge between the Classical and Romantic Eras? How did the development of the fortepiano to the modern pianoforte affect Beethoven's compositional style?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Beethoven; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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December
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Intro to the Classical Era : |
Wk 1: Brief review of the Baroque Era (previously studied in 5th grade), including works of Bach, Handel, Vivaldi. Wk 2: Readings and discussions about the historical and cultural background to the Classical period, including art, politics, science, literature. Discussion of the ability of composers in this period to travel and be influenced by music and culture of other countries. Presentation in theory of the circle of fifths and identification of various keys and key signatures. Wks 3&4: Study of the life and works of Franz Joseph Haydn, often referred to as the "father of Classical Music." Haydn's important role in the development of the symphony and chamber music. Major works to be studied: Symphony No. 94; The Creation. Expanding the students' musical vocabularies.
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To review the history and theory of the Baroque era in order to provide clear points of contrast and development as we begin the study of the Classical Era. To develop the student's understanding and appreciation of music from the Classical Era (1750 - 1825) as well as the historical and cultural atmosphere that influenced the composition of this music. To gain an appreciation of the great importance of Haydn in the development of Western music. Theory: to explore the harmonic changes and compositional techniques that characterize music of this era as having developed from that of the previous period (Baroque).
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs.
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How did the changing cultural climate affect composers working in the late Baroque and early Classical periods? How did the establishment of major and minor tonality radically change musical composition? How does the music of the Classical Era sound different from that of the Baroque era? How did greater access to transportation promote cross-cultural musical influences? What was the patronage system for artists popular in the 18th century and how did it affect Haydn's work? Why is Haydn often referred to as the father of the symphony, the father of chamber music, and the father of the Classical Era?
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Quiz on the Baroque era and its major composers; quiz on Haydn's life and works; weekly theory quizzes, classroom participation.
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January
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Classical Music - Mozart : |
Study of the life and works of W.A. Mozart, arguably the most popular composer in the history of Western music. Major works to be studied include the 40th Symphony, the Piano Sonata in A major, and the opera The Magic Flute. In theory, study of the sonata-allegro form and its application and importance to the music of the Classical Era.
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To gain an understanding and appreciation of the work of Mozart. To gain perspective on the cultural environment in which Mozart was working and the multicultural influences found in his music, especially Europe's growing relationship with the Near East and Middle East. To appreciate Mozart's influence on changing operatic style with The Magic Flute. To further expand students' understanding of musical form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching a film of The Magic Flute; field trip to NYC cultural institution.
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How was Mozart's music influenced by Haydn? How did his music differ from that of his predecessors and his contemporaries? How did the availability of the fortepiano influence Mozart's compositional style? How was Mozart influenced by his travels throughout Europe? How did the growing interest in the Near East (especially Turkey) find its way into Mozart's compositions?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Mozart; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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February
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Classical Music - Beethoven : |
Study of the life and works of Ludwig van Beethoven. Works to be studied and analyzed include the Fifth Symphony and the Violin Concerto. In theory, study of harmony and tonality as well as concerto form. Expanding students' musical vocabularies.
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To gain an appreciation of Beethoven's monumental place in the history of Western music. To expand the students' understanding of the building blocks of Western music, especially harmony and form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching the film Beethoven Lives Upstairs.
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How did Beethoven's deafness affect his compositions? How did it affect his life and relationships? How does Beethoven's music serve as the bridge between the Classical and Romantic Eras? How did the development of the fortepiano to the modern pianoforte affect Beethoven's compositional style?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Beethoven; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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March
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Intro to the Classical Era : |
Wk 1: Brief review of the Baroque Era (previously studied in 5th grade), including works of Bach, Handel, Vivaldi. Wk 2: Readings and discussions about the historical and cultural background to the Classical period, including art, politics, science, literature. Discussion of the ability of composers in this period to travel and be influenced by music and culture of other countries. Presentation in theory of the circle of fifths and identification of various keys and key signatures. Wks 3&4: Study of the life and works of Franz Joseph Haydn, often referred to as the "father of Classical Music." Haydn's important role in the development of the symphony and chamber music. Major works to be studied: Symphony No. 94; The Creation. Expanding the students' musical vocabularies.
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To review the history and theory of the Baroque era in order to provide clear points of contrast and development as we begin the study of the Classical Era. To develop the student's understanding and appreciation of music from the Classical Era (1750 - 1825) as well as the historical and cultural atmosphere that influenced the composition of this music. To gain an appreciation of the great importance of Haydn in the development of Western music. Theory: to explore the harmonic changes and compositional techniques that characterize music of this era as having developed from that of the previous period (Baroque).
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs.
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How did the changing cultural climate affect composers working in the late Baroque and early Classical periods? How did the establishment of major and minor tonality radically change musical composition? How does the music of the Classical Era sound different from that of the Baroque era? How did greater access to transportation promote cross-cultural musical influences? What was the patronage system for artists popular in the 18th century and how did it affect Haydn's work? Why is Haydn often referred to as the father of the symphony, the father of chamber music, and the father of the Classical Era?
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Quiz on the Baroque era and its major composers; quiz on Haydn's life and works; weekly theory quizzes, classroom participation.
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April
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Classical Music - Mozart : |
Study of the life and works of W.A. Mozart, arguably the most popular composer in the history of Western music. Major works to be studied include the 40th Symphony, the Piano Sonata in A major, and the opera The Magic Flute. In theory, study of the sonata-allegro form and its application and importance to the music of the Classical Era.
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To gain an understanding and appreciation of the work of Mozart. To gain perspective on the cultural environment in which Mozart was working and the multicultural influences found in his music, especially Europe's growing relationship with the Near East and Middle East. To appreciate Mozart's influence on changing operatic style with The Magic Flute. To further expand students' understanding of musical form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching a film of The Magic Flute; field trip to NYC cultural institution.
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How was Mozart's music influenced by Haydn? How did his music differ from that of his predecessors and his contemporaries? How did the availability of the fortepiano influence Mozart's compositional style? How was Mozart influenced by his travels throughout Europe? How did the growing interest in the Near East (especially Turkey) find its way into Mozart's compositions?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Mozart; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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May
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Classical Music - Beethoven : |
Study of the life and works of Ludwig van Beethoven. Works to be studied and analyzed include the Fifth Symphony and the Violin Concerto. In theory, study of harmony and tonality as well as concerto form. Expanding students' musical vocabularies.
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To gain an appreciation of Beethoven's monumental place in the history of Western music. To expand the students' understanding of the building blocks of Western music, especially harmony and form.
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Using the text The Enjoyment of Music by Joseph Machlis and Kristine Forney (The Juilliard School); listening to CDs; watching the film Beethoven Lives Upstairs.
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How did Beethoven's deafness affect his compositions? How did it affect his life and relationships? How does Beethoven's music serve as the bridge between the Classical and Romantic Eras? How did the development of the fortepiano to the modern pianoforte affect Beethoven's compositional style?
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Weekly theory quizzes; quiz on Beethoven; classroom participation; concert report; performances (when applicable).
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June
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