9th Grade Colonial Music DISCOVERY OF MUSIC
Colonial American Music
Purpose - Present to the class an overview of early American Music from 1600-1770 by region:
- New England
- Mid-Atlantic
- South
Presentation needs to include:
- Music influences from other countries/continents
- Instruments of the time period
- Politics of the region
- Advancements in the science/culture
- Examples of songs
Implementation
- 10-15 minute group oral presentation to class
- Audio-visual aids such as Powerpoint, posters, examples of songs. If you need technology (laptop, projector, CD player), let Mr. Kling know in advance
- Submit 5 questions and answers for a quiz to be given the entire class
- Submit an outline of the information covered and a list of which group member worked on which portion of the presentation
- KNOW YOUR SUBJECT - talk from your presentations, do not read from your notes
PRESENTATIONS ARE DUE THURSDAY, APRIL 3. QUIZ IS FRIDAY, APRIL 5.