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Guitar: Unit 6
Weeks 16-18: Assessed by May 14th
This page contains the calendar and rubric for this unit. You'll find several hyperlinks to resources embedded within the calendar. Rubrics are linear progressions of broad and common goals for growth as well-rounded musicians. Progress through each row from left to right. The objective is to score a 3 in each category by the end of this 3-week unit. Once you've scored a 3 in each category, you can challenge yourself to move to a 4.
Unit 6 Calendar
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Wednesday 5/5
Theory review Performance prep |
Thursday 5/6
Theory review Performance prep |
Friday 5/7
Theory review Performance prep |
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Monday 5/10
Theory review Performances |
Tuesday 5/11
Theory review Performances |
Wednesday 5/12
Theory review Performances |
Thursday 5/13
Theory review Performances |
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Tuesday 5/18 - Final Exams - Periods 0, 1, 2 String change demo Instrument return |
Wednesday 5/19 - No Class Instrument return |
Thursday 5/20 - No School - Graduation Day |
Unit 6 Assignments
Week 16: 4/26 - 4/30
Performance Skills
By the end of this week, you should be able to demonstrate proficiency performing basic chord progressions and melodic lines using the pentatonic scale. You will demonstrate growth during one-on-one practice sessions, class sessions, and/or video recordings.
Week 17: 5/3 - 5/7
Performance Plan
By the end of this week, you should be able to submit a performance plan that details how you will meet standards as described in the unit rubric below.
Week 18: 5/10 - 5/14
Performances
By the end of this week, you should be able to submit evidence of achieving performance and technology standards as described in the unit rubric below. The specific requirements for your final presentation will be determined by your individual performance plan.
Final Exam - Music Theory
By the end of this course, you should be able to submit evidence of achieving music theory standards as described in the unit rubric below. You will take a final theory exam on Thursday, May 13th, and a district-mandated exam on Friday, May 14th to demonstrate this standard.
Week 19: 5/17 - 5/19
Performance reviews
Instrument return
Makeup assessments
Performance Skills
By the end of this week, you should be able to demonstrate proficiency performing basic chord progressions and melodic lines using the pentatonic scale. You will demonstrate growth during one-on-one practice sessions, class sessions, and/or video recordings.
Week 17: 5/3 - 5/7
Performance Plan
By the end of this week, you should be able to submit a performance plan that details how you will meet standards as described in the unit rubric below.
Week 18: 5/10 - 5/14
Performances
By the end of this week, you should be able to submit evidence of achieving performance and technology standards as described in the unit rubric below. The specific requirements for your final presentation will be determined by your individual performance plan.
Final Exam - Music Theory
By the end of this course, you should be able to submit evidence of achieving music theory standards as described in the unit rubric below. You will take a final theory exam on Thursday, May 13th, and a district-mandated exam on Friday, May 14th to demonstrate this standard.
Week 19: 5/17 - 5/19
Performance reviews
Instrument return
Makeup assessments
Unit 6 Rubric
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1: Fan - 60%
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2: Roadie - 70%
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3: Opener - 90%
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4: Headliner - 100%
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Harmonic
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1. Perform multiple chords with clear tone and steady strumming patterns
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2. Perform multiple chord progressions in multiple keys with clear tone and steady strumming patterns
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3. Perform chord progressions using PIMA right hand fingerings, a steady pulse, and clear tone
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4. Perform in a live streamed performance
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Melodic
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1. Perform a closed C major pentatonic scale with a steady pulse, clear tone, and accurate fingerings
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2. Perform a closed C major pentatonic scale in multiple positions with a steady pulse, clear tone, and accurate fingerings
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3. Use a C major pentatonic scale pattern to improvise a solo with a steady pulse, clear tone, and accurate fingerings
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4. Perform in a live streamed performance
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Music
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1. Interpret tablature to perform pitches on the fretboard
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2. Interpret chord diagrams to identify and perform new chords
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3. Use the chromatic scale to identify pitches on the fretboard
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4. Serve as a peer tutor for a small group
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Technique
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1. Consistently demonstrate correct posture
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2. Consistently demonstrate correct posture and finger placement
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3. Consistently demonstrate smooth motions when transitioning between notes
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4. Serve as a peer tutor for a small group
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