PLEASE NOTE:
- This course is one semester in length.
Primary Grade: 8
Grade Range: 8
Credit Equivalency: 0.5 Credits
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In Music 8, students are introduced to a variety of music genres and instruments. They explore the concepts of rhythm, melody, timbre, texture, dynamics, form, and rhythm, and they learn to sight read music. Students listen to various examples of songs to interpret performances, and they compose and perform their own song.
COURSE TOPICS
- Music Theory
- Elements of Music
- Family of Instruments
- Music Genres
- World Music
- Talent Competition
- Sight Reading
- Writing Music
- Composing
TEACHER SERVICES
All course teachers are certified, subject-area content experts. The teacher will grade student assessments and provide detailed feedback. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The teacher will carry out documented modifications and accommodations that are applicable to the online course. Progress monitoring and supplemental material will be provided by the teacher as needed.