Music Theory Moments
In this ongoing class learners will explore music theory topics including pitch, rhythm, music symbols and more. #creative
Angelia McArthur
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(233)
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekAssessment
Learners will be informally assessed on the ability to demonstrate musical concepts.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner Level
This course will focus on a different music theory topic each week and is a great companion course for the piano learner or any learner interested in how music works. Each week learners will be presented with an explanation and examples of the week's topic. Then learners will practice, using handouts and other materials. Finally, learners will review with an interactive activity and/or a presentation of completed work from the class. Since this is an ongoing class, learners can subscribe and unsubscribe as needed for interest or scheduling purposes. Learners will be given handouts throughout the course. Learners will need blank paper, a ruler (optional), and writing supplies. It would also be helpful to have a dry erase pocket/board (or something similar). We may use scissors, glue and small objects like coins on various weeks as well. May 15 - Articulation - Staccato, Legato, Tie, Slur May 22 - Sharps and Flats May 29 - Major Scales, Key Signatures
Learning Goals
The learner will examine the elements of music to improve musical understanding and performance skills.
Related National Standards:
*MU:Pr4.2.4a Demonstrate understanding of the structure and the elements of music (such as rhythm, pitch, and form) in music selected for performance.
*MU:Pr4.2.4b When analyzing selected music, read and perform using iconic and/or standard notation.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
On some weeks, we will use Chrome Music Labs via screen sharing - https://musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/Experiments
This site is part of google and has some wonderful hands on activities includes and interactive keyboard.
Learners may need assistance cutting apart handouts.
Supply List
*printed handouts *blank paper, a ruler, and writing supplies *optional dry erase pocket/board (or something similar) to save paper *scissors, glue and small objects like coins on various weeks
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
5.0
233reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Hello! My name is Mrs. McArthur and I teach MUSIC! I am a Texas certified all-level music teacher with 29 years of teaching experience, 26 years in public schools and 3 years online and homeschool experience. I have taught preschool through eighth grade General Music and Choir classes. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education with an emphasis in vocal music from Oklahoma Baptist University.
I believe that every learner can make music! Learners need a variety of experiences to learn music skills, including visual, aural and kinesthetic. Given sequential steps, students can achieve well beyond the expectations. When creativity is modeled, learners discover that making mistakes improves music. Learners need opportunities to be creative with choices so they can create on their own terms and interests. By making connections to science, social studies, math and beyond, students learn that subjects don’t exist in isolation. Music is the universal language and learners deserve a chance to explore the world through a musical lens!Reviews
Live Group Class
$7
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
4-8 learners per class
