My Music Journal Series: Seventh Grade Edition
Welcome to the My Music Journal Series: Seventh Grade Edition – the ultimate resource for a dynamic and comprehensive music curriculum that captivates seventh-grade students. Immerse your students in a world of musical exploration and creativity with a textbook that seamlessly aligns with state and national standards, making it the preferred choice for schools across the United States.
Comprehensive Curriculum:
- The series covers fundamental musical concepts, including rhythm, melody, tempo, tone color, dynamics, forms, harmony, texture, and style.
- Structured into 36 lessons, correlating with the school year, ensuring a thorough exploration of musical elements.
Seamless Learning Experience:
- Teacher and student editions/workbook are integrated into a single textbook, promoting a smooth educational journey.
- Each textbook starts with a review, facilitating a seamless transition and enabling students to build on prior knowledge.
Engaging Learning Methods:
- Students actively participate through listening, moving, creating, and performing.
- Skills in reading and notating rhythmic and melodic patterns are developed through immersive activities.
In-depth Exploration:
- The curriculum explores various musical instruments, tempo concepts, historical dynamics, and different musical forms.
- Emphasis on harmony and texture enables students to perform with accompaniment.
Diverse Musical Styles:
- Encourages exploration of diverse musical styles, from folk songs to rock, fostering a well-rounded musical appreciation.
Time-Efficient Planning:
- Ready-made lessons save educators time, reducing the need for extensive planning.
- Promotes active student involvement and appreciation for music.
Individualized Student Journals:
- Each seventh-grade student receives a personalized copy, enabling them to notate, compose, and engage in various musical activities.
- Homework, quizzes, and assessments are conveniently integrated, eliminating the need for separate worksheets.
Audio and Video Resources:
- Accompanying each musical excerpt is an audio or video reference, enhancing the learning experience.
- Accessible through our Shop page, these resources can be downloaded for offline enjoyment.
Definitive Solution for Educators and Parents:
- Ideal for educators seeking a comprehensive music curriculum and parents navigating homeschooling challenges.
Concept Highlights:
Rhythm: Recognize meter signatures, explain underlying mathematics, and perform rhythmic compositions.
Melody: Perform melodic patterns, identify tonality, intervals, and cadences in listening selections.
Tone Color: Understand voice ranges, explore vocal ranges, and compose instrumental compositions with various tone colors.
Tempo: Identify tempo markings, perform rhythmic body movement, and understand the purpose of the metronome.
Dynamics: Review dynamic markings, apply them in singing and playing, and discuss contrasting dynamics in historical periods.
Form: Explore fugue, ternary form, blues composition, and motif identification.
Harmony/Texture: Identify textures, perform songs in various textures, and recognize chord progressions.
Style: Identify, listen to, and perform various music styles across cultures and historical periods.
Incorporate My Music Journal Seventh Grade Edition into your classroom for an enriching and structured music education. Join the community of educators and parents who have embraced this curriculum for its effectiveness and popularity. Elevate the musical journey of your seventh-grade students today!