Discovery of Music - 9th Grade Music
Mr. Kling
September 2013
Objective: To introduce the students to music as art and not just entertainment by enlightening the students’ perception of
the music and to develop their ability in listening to music as opposed to just hearing music.
During this semester we will –
Review: What is Music
The four elements of music
Discover: The three modes of listening
Instruments of the orchestra
Learn: Early American Music and its role with history
Compare: Music in historical fiction with music in history
Participate: Group presentations
Implementation –
Classroom lectures and discussions
Audio Visual media
Handouts
Homework
Webquests
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.
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.
September 2013
Objective: To introduce the students to music as art and not just entertainment by enlightening the students’ perception of
the music and to develop their ability in listening to music as opposed to just hearing music.
During this semester we will –
Review: What is Music
The four elements of music
Discover: The three modes of listening
Instruments of the orchestra
Learn: Early American Music and its role with history
Compare: Music in historical fiction with music in history
Participate: Group presentations
Implementation –
Classroom lectures and discussions
Audio Visual media
Handouts
Homework
Webquests
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.
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.