Unit 3: Beginning Ensemble Skills

-Basic music reading skills including note names and rhythmic values.
-How to follow a conductor and respond to ensemble cues.
-The importance of listening and adjusting to others in a group.
-How balance and blend contribute to ensemble sound.

-Read and perform simple musical patterns on violin or viola.
-Practice playing together while maintaining steady tempo.
-Listen to peers and adjust dynamics and tone for balance.
-Participate in group rehearsals and simple ensemble performances.

Students perform short ensemble exercises demonstrating rhythm accuracy.

Students demonstrate the ability to enter and stop together as a group.

Students reflect on how listening improves ensemble performance.