Lesson Title: Instruments of the Orchestra

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1 RPO Primary Concert Lesson Title: Instruments of the Orchestra CONCEPTS/SKILLS _ Rhythm _ Melody _ Singing X Listening _ Form _ Harmony _ Movement _ Creating _ Tone Color X Instruments _ Expression _ NYS LEARNING STANDARDS _ #1 Creating X #2 Knowing _ #3 Responding X #4 Understanding BLOOM S TAXONOMY X Knowledge _ Analysis X Comprehension _ Synthesis X Application _ Evaluation DIFFERENTIATED LEARNING X Auditory X Visual/Spatial X Kinestethic X Logical/Math _ Verbal/Ling. X Musical _ Interpersonal _ Intra-personal CLASSROOM STRATEGIES X Technology _ Writing/Reading X Cooperative Groups X Problem Solving X Group Activity _ Learning Centers _ Individual Practice CCLS CORRELATION ELA _ Reading: vocabulary, analyze sources, synthesize information _ Writing: arguments, support, use vocabulary _ Speaking/Listening: prepare, express, integrate, evaluate, present, adapt _ Language: conventions, effective use, vocabulary MATH _ Make sense and solve problems X Reason abstractly and quantitatively _ Construct & critique arguments _ Model _ Use tools strategically _ Attend to precision _ Look and use structure _ Look and express regularity in repeated reasoning MATERIALS Audio examples of instruments Instrument Family Chart Instrument Cutouts LEARNING TARGETS I can identify the instruments of the orchestra. I can describe the four instrument families and sort instruments by family. STUDENT OBJECTIVES Students will know the instruments of the orchestra. Students will know and understand the standard classification system for instruments and be able to categorize instruments accordingly. PROCESS 1. As a class, brainstorm every instrument you can think of and record the list on easel paper, a chalkboard, or via Smart Board. Circle the instruments on this list that are traditionally orchestral instruments and play audio or video examples of: violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, percussion. 2. Discuss different ways instruments can be classified or grouped. In small groups, ask students to create their own classification system and sort instruments. For example: by size, by color, by material, etc. 3. Explain that in music, instruments are divided into Four Instrument Families: strings, woodwind, brass, and percussion. Discuss the unique qualities of each family, play audio examples of orchestral instruments and complete the description section of the Instrument Family Chart. 4. In small groups, or individually have students sort the Instruments of the Orchestra into the Four Instrument Families. 5. As a whole group check for understanding by reviewing which instruments belong to which families. Make sure to highlight the special instruments that at first glance may not be in the correct family (i.e. piano, saxophone, etc.). 6. In closing, review the orchestral instruments they will see during the RPO Primary Concert and show a seating chart of the orchestra or short video clip or an orchestra performing. ASSESSMENT Formative Assessment: Teacher observation of participation in discussion and response to questions to assess understanding and comprehension. Summative Assessment: Completion of the Instrument Family Chart and new classification of instruments. EXTENSION Continue classifying instruments that are not traditionally in the orchestra. Identify ways the instrument families can be sub-divided (single reed vs. double reed, valves vs. slides, pitched vs. un-pitched)

2 Name: RPO Primary Concert Instrument Family Chart STRING FAMILY WOODWIND FAMILY Description: Description: BRASS FAMILY PERCUSSION FAMILY Description: Description:

3 Name: RPO Primary Concert Instrument Family Chart sample Answer Sheet STRING FAMILY WOODWIND FAMILY Description: made of wood, has four strings, played pizzicato or with a bow BRASS FAMILY Description: has a reed (single or double), played with air, has buttons or keys, made of wood or metal PERCUSSION FAMILY Description: has a mouthpiece, played by buzzing your lips, has valves or slides Description: played by hitting, striking, shaking, etc.

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