Vocal Music Academy Teaching and Learning Framework �
WHY? “The discipline of music making is transferable to every learning situation in and outside the academic community…” Tim Lautzenheiser (Winter 2005) Why Music? Why Band? Canadian Music Educator , 19-23
STUDIES SHOW... “ Schools with strong Arts programs are proven to be effective and productive learning environments that encourage a high level of student success.” (Champions of Change, The Impact of the Arts on Learning, 2000) � a critical and positive connection between music learning and success in other areas of the curriculum. reading (Butzlaff 2000) • mathematics (Vaughn 2000) •
VOCAL MUSIC IS A GREAT WAY TO… � Build skills in vocal music and develop musical literacy (reading, writing musical notation) � Increase student achievement in all academic areas � Create an engaging and joyful environment � Develop an inclusive community for all � Seek out community partnerships to enhance student learning
THE VOCAL MUSIC ENVIRONMENT � Active � Engaging � Collaborative
WHAT IS A VOCAL MUSIC CURRICULUM? � Singing is the primary vehicle for learning and expression � Ministry mandated curriculum for Music is taught � Songs (repertoire) are explored from a variety of musical practices � Critical thinking is valued
WHAT IS A VOCAL MUSIC CURRICULUM? � Teaches healthy vocal technique � Includes learning music theory to develop music literacy � Makes connections to other areas of the curriculum (language arts, math, dance, drama, history) � Exposes students to career paths which involve music
CO-CURRICULAR INITIATIVES � Multiple performance opportunities � Small and large ensembles ( Jazz, Chamber Ensembles) � Community Outreach
PARTNERSHIPS � Interact with communities � Opportunities for partnerships with: - Universities and colleges - Community and arts organizations - Community and cultural groups - Other schools
VOCAL MUSIC ACADEMY “Music gives a soul to the universe, Wings to the mind, Flight to the imagination, And life to everything.” -Plato
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