Pop Music Introduction 100
Prepare for your music exams across all studies through this intensive focus on the elements class. Explore the varieties of scales, rhythms, and apply your skill in real-world and exam scenarios.
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What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. For the duration of the course, learners will have access to me through the OutSchool platform to ask questions, share their performance, and Suggested homework: Week of April 29th: play the modal scales Week of May 6: experiment with rhythms Week of May 13: apply the use of modal scales and rhythms to create new melodies Instruction for instrument performance will not be provided. For instrument performance, please search the OutSchool catalog for the many excellent teachers for your specific instrument.Assessment
During the class, learners are encouraged to ask questions and share ideas for implementation to their work. At the successful completion of the course, learners will receive a certificate of completion.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This class is designed for the musician who has an interest in studying how music works. Using the musical elements of pitch and rhythm, we will explore how to create and vary their use in the world of Latin and Jazz. Learners will use a reflective journal to develop their unique answers to 2 essential questions: 1. How do musicians generate creative ideas? 2. How do musicians improve the quality of their creative work? To develop the answers to those questions, learners will work in an authentic environment, actively participating in discussions, cataloging their responses in the moment with words, and musical notation through the following topics: Lesson 1: Element of Music: Pitch, Scale Lesson 2: Element of Music: Rhythm Tree Lesson 3: Develop your voice: reflective practice, composition development, developing a playlist This class is designed to meet or exceed the following standards as written by the National Association for Music Education. Create MU:Cr1.1.E.5a Compose and improvise melodic and rhythmic ideas or motives that reflect characteristic(s) of music or text(s) studied in rehearsal. Create MU:Cr3.2.E.5a Share personally developed melodic and rhythmic ideas or motives – individually or as an ensemble – that demonstrate understanding of characteristics of music or texts studied in rehearsal. Perform MU:Pr5.3.E.5a Use self-reflection and peer feedback to refine individual and ensemble performances of a varied repertoire of music.
Learning Goals
By the end of this class, students will be able to:
1. define the modal scales through discussion and musical notation
2. define multiple ways to apply eighth notes to vary performance
3. participate in a jam session applying their skills
4. produce a journal of learning
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Elements of Music: Pitch, Scale
How do musicians generate creative ideas? Walk through the creative process and unpack how pitches are made and what instrumentation means. Then, let's create a new melody by organizing the pitches in a standard for called the scale. We will use major, minor, pentatonic, and modes. There is time for one or two updates and revisions to the in class composition to try new ideas or incorporate a suggestion. By the end of this session, the learner will have a new composition to add to their journal. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Elements of Music: Rhythm Tree
How do musicians generate creative ideas? Walk through the creative process and unpack how varying the length we hear a sound can make new combinations or rhythms. Add in the musical element of pitch and you have a world of possibilities. Test your melody by composing an original melody and add it to your journal. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Develop Your Voice
How do musicians improve the quality of their work? Use various reflective activities to improve your compositions or develop them into larger works. What are some playlist examples where your original composition would fit? 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
To get the most out of this course, learners should be able to:
1. play at least 1 full scale on their acoustic, electric, or digital instrument.
2. have an understanding of reading the 5-lined staff (treble or bass) for their instrument
Supply List
To participate in this class students will need: 1. a notebook (printed or digital) 2. standard music notation paper - available for free here https://www.blanksheetmusic.net/ 3. pencil - ready to use 4. an instrument the learner knows how to play (acoustic, electric, digital)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry from The University of Tennessee
Master's Degree in Music from University of Tennessee
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Roosevelt University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Ohio University
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ohio University
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Ohio University
For over a decade, I have provided music instruction for PreK through high school across all types of instruments and ensembles. My students have gone on to successful careers with many of them performing in music. My skills of learning one instrument and being able to effectively transfer that understanding to many other instruments have served me well as a school music educator and earning a Master's of Music from the University of Tennessee for general, vocal, and instrumental education. I have been recognized in the music education industry for my innovative teaching and a dedication to ensuring my students receive appropriate teaching methods that help them effectively and safely develop their potential. Thank you for making me part of your journey.Reviews
Live Group Course
$19
weekly1x per week, 3 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-4 learners per class
