Music Appreciation
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WHY MUSIC ?
Develops critical thinking Increases attention span and focus Improves academic performance and SAT scores Contributes to creativity and allows for personal expression Inherently rewarding |
Description of Class
- Study the lives of famous composers of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic and Impressionistic eras.
- Learn how God used difficult circumstances to create some of the most beautiful music of our time.
- Listen to popular tunes by each composer and be able to name that tune.
Students will listen to Bach, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, and Ravel - Compare the styles of each period
After years of compiling, organizing and formatting scores of music, every song is presented in a visual format that is engaging and interactive. Students love visuals and this allows them to recall the tune while exposing them to great musical works. Join us as we study and listen to these great artists playing name that tune!
See below for some samples of the songs:
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Ludwig van Beethoven
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Johannes Brahms
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Johann Sebastian Bach
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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George Frederick Handel
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Sergei Rachmaninoff
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Tutor: Becky Kang
Friday Day classes (Home school)
Location: Prince of Peace Presbyterian Fellowship Hall
Crofton, Md. 21114
Dates:
Grades: 5 - 12
Time: 12:00-1:00
Cost: $325 (please include additional $13 for Music notebook)
Supplies:
1. Pencil and pen
2. Extra notebook paper
Text: - Each student will receive a music notebook
Requirements: In this class, students will be required to complete short writing assignments for each composer.
Tests and quizzes will be given on each composer through Music Jeopardy - students will also study specific pieces by each musician and be able to give the name of the tune!
Credit: 1/2 High School Credit
You may sign up HERE.
