Middle+School+General+Music

Middle School general music is basically a continuation of the elementary general music. The activities that we engage in during the elementary years are enhanced through more difficult music lessons. Counting rhythms becomes more challenging and reading music notation at a higher level is also learned through MS general music. Students are beginning to compose rhythms and short musical passages, they are learning multicultural songs as well as the culture the music comes from, and they are learning about different composers. Students also have the opportunity to share their music styles by playing appropriate music for their peers. We talk about the music, why they chose to bring it in, and what they specifically appreciate about the artist and the music.

Students have written work that is completed in class where they can display their knowledge and practice what they learn. The work they are doing will also continue to enhance the other subject areas and continue their appreciation of the arts.