Lesson 4: REFINE
Duration of Days: 30
Lesson Objective
Students will refine performance through strategic rehearsal and feedback.
How do musicians improve performance?
What strategies lead to refinement?
Intonation, tone, balance, precision, rehearsal, feedback
MU:Pr5.1.E.IIa
MU:Pr5.1.E.IIb
Problem-solving, metacognition
Students independently and collaboratively refine performance through strategic rehearsal and feedback.
DOK 1: Students identify nuanced areas for improvement in tone, intonation, rhythm, and technique.
DOK 2: Students select and apply targeted rehearsal strategies.
DOK 3: Students evaluate the effectiveness of strategies using multiple sources of feedback.
DOK 4: Students design, adapt, and lead rehearsal processes to improve ensemble performance.
Professional musicians rehearse collaboratively
Students may think repetition alone improves performance
Student-led sectionals; peer coaching; targeted technique work; independent goal setting; flexible rehearsal structures.
DOK 1: Individual performance goals
DOK 2: Rehearsal participation and strategy application
DOK 3: Practice Reflection Assessment and Rubric
DOK 4: Student-led rehearsal plan or video project aligned to the Practice Video Project Assessment and Rubric