8th Grade Music
Mr. Kling September 2013
Objective: To enhance the students’ understanding and appreciation of music by building upon the basics learned in 7th grade music.
This will culminate in the song writing project during the fourth quarter.
During this year, we will –
Review: What is Music
The four elements of Music
Timbre
Rhythm
Intensity
Pitch
Develop: A better understanding of those four elements
Discover: Melody, harmony, and meter.
Implementation –
Class lectures, discussion, and singing
Audio Visual media
Handouts
Homework
Reinforcement of ideas in Junior Chorus
Oral Presentations
Evaluation –
Quizzes 15%
Tests 30%
Homework 10%
Projects and Papers 30%
Participation 15%
Classroom Rules –
Be courteous.
Be respectful.
No killer statements.
Be on time.
During discussions, one person has the floor.
Excessive disturbances will result in demerits or detention.
No eating or drinking, except water, will be allowed in the room.
If you are absent, it is the student’s responsibility to make up the work missed.
Cell phones will not be tolerated. See the Student Handbook.
Grading –
The evaluation section above details the percentages of grading.
Non-adherence to assignment parameters will result in a loss of points. For example, if an assignment states at least 3 pages of text,
that does not mean 3 pages of text interspersed with pictures or diagrams.
Extra credit and re-tests will be at the discretion of the teacher. However, if 33% of the class fails a test or quiz, the material will be
reviewed and another assessment will be administered.
During announced quizzes and tests, pocketbooks will be placed in the front of the room, under the chalkboard.
Tests will end at the end of the class period. If more time is needed, you may have only 10 minutes into the next period.
If homework is e-mailed, it must be in a .doc or .docx format.
Always –
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Resourceful.
Objective: To enhance the students’ understanding and appreciation of music by building upon the basics learned in 7th grade music.
This will culminate in the song writing project during the fourth quarter.
During this year, we will –
Review: What is Music
The four elements of Music
Timbre
Rhythm
Intensity
Pitch
Develop: A better understanding of those four elements
Discover: Melody, harmony, and meter.
Implementation –
Class lectures, discussion, and singing
Audio Visual media
Handouts
Homework
Reinforcement of ideas in Junior Chorus
Oral Presentations
Evaluation –
Quizzes 15%
Tests 30%
Homework 10%
Projects and Papers 30%
Participation 15%
Classroom Rules –
Be courteous.
Be respectful.
No killer statements.
Be on time.
During discussions, one person has the floor.
Excessive disturbances will result in demerits or detention.
No eating or drinking, except water, will be allowed in the room.
If you are absent, it is the student’s responsibility to make up the work missed.
Cell phones will not be tolerated. See the Student Handbook.
Grading –
The evaluation section above details the percentages of grading.
Non-adherence to assignment parameters will result in a loss of points. For example, if an assignment states at least 3 pages of text,
that does not mean 3 pages of text interspersed with pictures or diagrams.
Extra credit and re-tests will be at the discretion of the teacher. However, if 33% of the class fails a test or quiz, the material will be
reviewed and another assessment will be administered.
During announced quizzes and tests, pocketbooks will be placed in the front of the room, under the chalkboard.
Tests will end at the end of the class period. If more time is needed, you may have only 10 minutes into the next period.
If homework is e-mailed, it must be in a .doc or .docx format.
Always –
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Resourceful.