Core Skills Analysis
Music
- Atlanta learned the basics of vocal techniques such as breath control, pitch, and tone during choir practice.
- She developed listening skills by matching her voice to other choir members to achieve harmony.
- Through rehearsal, Atlanta gained experience in following musical cues and directions from a choir director.
- The activity helped Atlanta understand the importance of teamwork in creating a unified musical performance.
Tips
To further develop Atlanta's understanding and skills in choir, encourage her to explore different musical genres and styles to broaden her vocal versatility. Organize small group singing sessions where she can practice harmonizing in varied settings, boosting both her musical ear and confidence. Introduce basic music theory concepts related to rhythm, scales, and notation to deepen her comprehension of what she practices. Finally, attending live choral performances or watching choir videos can inspire her and provide models of expressive singing and stage presence.
Book Recommendations
Learning Standards
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1 - Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.
- National Core Arts Standards (Music): MU:Pr4.1.6 - Perform music with accuracy and expression.
- National Core Arts Standards (Music): MU:Re7.1.6 - Describe how context influences music and performance.
Try This Next
- Create a sheet of simple vocal warm-up exercises and have Atlanta record herself to self-assess pitch and tone accuracy.
- Write a short reflection journal entry about how singing in a group feels and what she notices about listening and blending with others.
Growth Beyond Academics
Choir practice encourages Atlanta’s emotional growth by fostering collaboration and empathy as she learns to listen and blend with others. The repeated practice helps build her persistence and confidence in performing as part of a team, while following direction supports focus and discipline.