Introduction
MU.3.F.3.1 Students will collaborate with others to create a musical presentation and acknowledge individual contributions as an integral part of the whole.
MU.3.O.1.1 Students will identify, using correct music vocabulary, the elements in a musical work.
MU.3.H.1.2 Students will identify significant information about specified composers and one or more of their musical works.
MU.3.S.3.2 Students will play melodies and layered ostinati, using proper instrumental technique, on pitched and unpitched instruments
Task
Students will gather information and visuals about their instrument of choice.
Students will then create slides with clear visuals using both audio and video with supportive information.
Process
Step by step process
Cover page should include your name, topic, date, visuals
Slide 1-3: Introduction
- Definition: explain what makes a string instrument a string instrument
- Overview of the string family: discuss the different instruments, provide visuals, and highlight the differences among them
- Sound production: Explain how sound is produced on string instruments
Slides 2-5: Choose five string instruments and briefly provide important information (size, pitch range, videos
Slides 6-8: Playing techniques
- Posture and Hand Position: Proper position for playing
- Finger placement: explain how to properly place each finger on the fingerboard
- Rhythms and scales: introduce basic rhythms and scales to guide with learning the fingerboard
Slide 7: History
- Provide a brief historical overview
Slide 8: Care
- Explain how to care for and maintain
Slide 9: Composers
- Provide information on famous composers
Evaluation
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Concept of playing a musical instrument
Student Names _________________________________________________ Day/Period ____________
Rubric Components 4 points
Distinguished
3 points
Proficient
2 points
Developing
1 point
Emerging
Content
Content is clear and accurate. There are no factual errors.
Includes important information. Most of the content is accurate.
Includes some important information. The content is generally accurate.
Content is confusing and contents more than one error.
Readability
Graphics and colors are used in a way that the audience can read easily. No more than 10 words per bullet.
Graphics and colors are used in a way that makes the content hard to read. No more than 10 words per bullet.
Graphics and colors are used in a way that the audience can read easily. Content is not in bullet format.
The presentation is hard to read.
Presentation
The presentation provides key information about playing a musical instrument that allows the presenter to expound more.
The presentation provides key information about playing a musical instrument. The presenter has difficulty explaining.
The presentation provides some key information about playing a musical instrument. The presenter cannot explain.
The presentation provides a few key information about playing a musical instrument. The presenter cannot explain.
Graphics
All graphics are attractive and support the topic.
Minimum of one image per slide.
A few graphics are attractive, but all support the topic.
All graphics are attractive, but the graphics do not support the topic. Some slides are missing images.
Several graphics are unattractive and do not support the content.
Spelling and Grammar
Presentation has no spelling or grammar errors
The presentation has 1-2 spelling errors, but no grammar errors.
The presentation has no spelling errors but 1-2 grammar errors.
The presentation has more than 2 spelling and grammar errors.
TOTAL
Conclusion
To conclude this webquest learners are Learning to play an instrument which involves consistent practice, technique development, and a positive attitude. Begin with a regular practice schedule, focusing on warm-ups and basic exercises to build technique. Break down difficult pieces into smaller parts and practice them one at a time. Don't be afraid to seek help from a teacher or online resources. Most importantly, enjoy the process and explore different genres and styles to stay motivated.