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B4. Connections Beyond the Classroom
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selection?” “What element of music seems to give you the most difficulty? What might you do to improve your skill with respect to that element?”
B3.3 identify and describe some of the interper- sonal skills and work habits that contribute to the successful completion of individual and collaborative musical tasks (e.g., the importance of punctuality, active participation, and active- listening, team-building, and leadership skills when participating in ensembles; the importance of preparation and perseverance when working independently)
Teacher prompt: “What character traits and interpersonal skills should individual partici- pants display when part of an ensemble? Why?”
By the end of this course, students will:
B4.1 identify and describe a variety of work
or career possibilities related to music study (e.g., explore job websites; interview a freelance musician and report on his or her typical work week; identify the positions and track the respon- sibilities of all the people involved in the production and marketing of a commercial recording, including those involved in touring and publicity)
Teacher prompts: “What are some of the benefits and drawbacks of pursuing a career in music?” “What sorts of activities might a freelance musician combine to make a living in the music field?”
B4.2 identify and describe possible opportunities for continued musical study both in and out of school (e.g., the secondary courses necessary to go on to music-related study at a college or university; music or arts camps/workshops, including those offered through the Ontario Educational Leadership Camp, that are available to Ontario students; ways to extend their music learning outside of the classroom, including private lessons, music clubs)
Teacher prompt: “What courses are available in your community that would allow you to expand your study of music?”
B4.3 identify opportunities for and explain the benefits of participating in co-curricular music activities and other arts activities in the school (e.g., bands and/or choirs; opportunities to coordi- nate music for drama or dance presentations; opportunities related to arts activities outside of music, such as decoration, design, or technical opportunities associated with school events)
Teacher prompts: “In what ways might partici- pating in a school play, concert, or other arts presentation enhance your musical performance ability?” “How do you feel when you know a close friend or family member is in the audi- ence for your performance?”