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This guide outlines essential strategies for educators to effectively manage the first week of music class. It includes techniques such as using student conductors for attention, implementing the Kodaly method, and establishing routines. Focus on fundamental music concepts like rhythm, pitch, and melody while promoting professionalism and positive discipline. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of planning and communication with staff and administration, as well as incorporating humor to foster a supportive learning environment. Prepare for a successful school year by engaging students in group music integration activities.
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Management Strategy: Have several Student Conductors “1, 2, 3, eyes on me” “1, 2, eyes on you” Day One and First Week of Class Fundamentals of Music Guitar – transpose and 3-string strum Group Music Integration Unit Final Planning (GMIU) For next Monday: GMIU due, practice Kodaly method, practice guitar, read Scheduling and Policies (III) Day One (Part II) and The First Week of Class
Before the school year starts • Discipline Plan • Assessment Plan • Handbook • Meeting w/ Administration • First teacher meeting (music stickers) • Personal visits to teachers and staff
Professionalism Opening Remarks Student Input on Discipline Plan Student Health Registration (Check with the Nurse) First rehearsal (last year’s music) Use humor and smile but be consistent! Personal warm-ups ESTABLISH A ROUTINE! Day One and First Week of Class
Beat Tempo Meter Reading Rhythms Syncopation Rhythm
Pitch Steps and Skips Shape Range Phrases Scale Accidentals Melody
Monophonic – one musical line Homophonic/Harmonic – melodies accompanied by chords Polyphonic – two or more musical lines Texture
Management Strategy: Have several Student Conductors “1, 2, 3, eyes on me” “1, 2, eyes on you” Day One Fundamentals of Music The First Week of Class Guitar – transpose and 3-string strum Group Music Integration Unit Final Planning (GMIU) For next Monday: GMIU due, practice Kodaly method, practice guitar, read Scheduling and Policies (III) Day One (Part II) and The First Week of Class
“Without music, life is a journey through a desert.”-Pat Conroy