Lesson 5: Performance Preparation and Reflection
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will demonstrate healthy singing, accurate pitch, and rhythm in a short performance and reflect on their growth.
How can I prepare my voice for a performance?
What techniques help me sing with confidence and accuracy?
How has my singing improved during this unit?
Performance etiquette
Warm-up
Self-assessment
Expression
MU:Pr6.1.6a – Present musical work with technical accuracy and expression
MU:Re7.2.6a – Reflect on musical growth and performance
Purpose: Apply all skills learned in a culminating performance and reflection.
Description: Students perform a short prepared song in class. Teacher provides feedback on posture, tone, pitch, rhythm, and ensemble blend. Students complete a brief self-reflection on progress and areas for improvement.
DOK Level: 3 – Strategic Thinking and Reflection
Offer small group or paired performances for students needing confidence support.
Provide written checklists for self-assessment.
Allow students to focus on one personal goal for improvement.
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Observation of performance (pitch, rhythm, tone, posture).
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Self-reflection or journal entry about growth and challenges.
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Peer feedback on ensemble performance.