Activities can be done individually or in pairs or larger groups. Many activities involve student journals. These are to be used as reflective tools. All external writing and assignments use material the student decides to use from these journals. Students are encouraged to always look back and see how their work has changed.
Journals can include text, drawings, notation, and more.
Thematic focuses on the importance of themes and influences in music. Becoming a Critic teaches how to listen to music carefully and knowledgeably. Music Specific focuses on music composition exercises for music students.