Following a class discussion and compiling of information the video will be shown. Then the class will move on to the next composer. This initial quick and dirty research and discussion is simply for the purpose of gaining basic information about the period in history as well as making the composer human and interesting. During this time music written by the composer being researched will be played so that students will start identifying the music with the man. After the initial research students should have enough information about each composer to decide which composer to choose for their investigative research project.
Students choose whether to work alone or in groups and present a plan to teacher.
Plan must include each person's responsibilities for group research and presentation. Second phase of research begins with individual groups involved in more in depth research on their chosen composer. Presentation dates are selected. Peer and self evaluations are completed for presentations. Based on your research make a choice of which Music Master you would like to visit.