Activities
EQ (Equalizing)
Equalization, or EQ, is one of the most common "go-to" plug-ins for music sequencing software. It is a basic tool that should be used and developed for all students wanting to develop quality audio recordings....
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Plug-Ins
A plug-in is a piece of music software that is inside a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) such as Logic Pro. Many plug-ins come already installed as part of the sequencing program. However, one can create...
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Programme Music
The following lesson ideas and samples could be adapted for wind band or orchestra. Using Gustav Holst's "The Planets" as the source material, students are guided to develop their own musical motives...
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Student Work
This is a continuation of a sample unit on creating an understanding of National Folk Music through the performance of a wind band. Although this particular lesson deals with one specific topic, the concepts...
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Quick Summary Checklist
This page offers both teachers and students a CHECKLIST of requirements for each of the components of DP Music, grouped according to each of the assessment CRITERIA. This should NOT be used in isolation...
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As a Performer - Improvisation
On these pages, you will find lesson ideas for the approach to Presenting Music. We hope these ideas inspire your students' thinking toward developing an approach to presenting music. Remember, one size...
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Lesson 2 - Webern
This lesson forms part of a series of lessons in which the ultimate goal is to produce a work that falls under the banner of Exploring as a Creator. The lesson includes a range of activities, namely 1)...
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Lesson 1 - Webern
This page offers an introduction to the concept of 12-tone music but forms part of a larger series of lessons (a unit) for you to ultimately produce your own creating exercise. You will be asked to complete...
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Lesson 3 - Rossini
Many educators, see this component largely as an opportunity for students to delve into a diverse range of music with the express intent to produce works that satisfy the Exploring Music as a Creator...
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Musician as a Creator
The second role within the Music DP program is that of the MUSICAL CREATOR. Just as in all three roles, the musical creator must be evident in all of the components. As a creator, it is important to APPLY...