islip elementary general music program
Below you will find an overview of the general music program from K-5. More specifics on the content of lesson structure and curriculum can be found by visiting the Wing Elementary School or Commack Road Elementary School pages found here:
General Music Lesson Plan Design
Students learn music based on five objectives: rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and timbre. All activities are designed to meet the New York State Arts Standards, NAfME National Standards for Music, and promote development of music literacy. A typical music lesson involves singing, movement (structured and improvisatory), instrument playing, exploration, rhythm reading, solfege training, and/or ensemble performance. The source material for the general music class consists mainly of folk songs, spirituals, play parties, and other traditional texts through which students gain an understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of America as well as other nations and cultures.
Classroom Expectations
Each child should be coming to music ready to enjoy and participate in the activities of the day along with following certain specific expectations.
1.To enter and exit music class quietly.
2.To raise their hand before they speak.
3.To listen when others are speaking.
4.To keep hands and feet to themselves.
5.To participate actively in the classroom activities.
These are the basic expectations. We also speak a lot about respect.
Respect for each other, the teacher, the instruments, and themselves.
Active participation is expected.
As a result of the nature of our music instruction, the effort and participation of the entire class is needed for our activities to come together effectively.
Children are challenged to discover, improvise, and take risks.
Promethean Board
Students in music classes are able to utilize an interactive Promethean Board. This board provides opportunities for the students to interact and directly participate in the learning process. The way that music is taught in the classroom has not been altered, but rather enhanced by the addition of this board. Students are able to actively and effectively compose music, create musical forms, analyze music, and view multimedia images and videos that will enhance their understanding and enjoyment of music and the musical process.If you would like to see this board and how it functions, please feel free to make an appointment to see me and I will be happy to have you come in and interact with the board, the same way the students do.
Classroom / Behavior Management
Students are expected to meet the classroom expectations each day they have music. Students are given the opportunity to make the correct choices. Mistakes are ENCOURAGED as it promotes growth.
If a child’s behavior interferes with the learning of the rest of the group, a reminder will be given or the child will be separated from the group.If the behavior does not improve, I will take additional steps to ensure that your child understands his/her role within the classroom learning environment. This includes meeting with your child privately, phone calls home and meetings with parents or families if necessary.
Students learn music based on five objectives: rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and timbre. All activities are designed to meet the New York State Arts Standards, NAfME National Standards for Music, and promote development of music literacy. A typical music lesson involves singing, movement (structured and improvisatory), instrument playing, exploration, rhythm reading, solfege training, and/or ensemble performance. The source material for the general music class consists mainly of folk songs, spirituals, play parties, and other traditional texts through which students gain an understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of America as well as other nations and cultures.
Classroom Expectations
Each child should be coming to music ready to enjoy and participate in the activities of the day along with following certain specific expectations.
1.To enter and exit music class quietly.
2.To raise their hand before they speak.
3.To listen when others are speaking.
4.To keep hands and feet to themselves.
5.To participate actively in the classroom activities.
These are the basic expectations. We also speak a lot about respect.
Respect for each other, the teacher, the instruments, and themselves.
Active participation is expected.
As a result of the nature of our music instruction, the effort and participation of the entire class is needed for our activities to come together effectively.
Children are challenged to discover, improvise, and take risks.
Promethean Board
Students in music classes are able to utilize an interactive Promethean Board. This board provides opportunities for the students to interact and directly participate in the learning process. The way that music is taught in the classroom has not been altered, but rather enhanced by the addition of this board. Students are able to actively and effectively compose music, create musical forms, analyze music, and view multimedia images and videos that will enhance their understanding and enjoyment of music and the musical process.If you would like to see this board and how it functions, please feel free to make an appointment to see me and I will be happy to have you come in and interact with the board, the same way the students do.
Classroom / Behavior Management
Students are expected to meet the classroom expectations each day they have music. Students are given the opportunity to make the correct choices. Mistakes are ENCOURAGED as it promotes growth.
If a child’s behavior interferes with the learning of the rest of the group, a reminder will be given or the child will be separated from the group.If the behavior does not improve, I will take additional steps to ensure that your child understands his/her role within the classroom learning environment. This includes meeting with your child privately, phone calls home and meetings with parents or families if necessary.
