Lesson 5: Performance Preparation and Reflection
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will perform prepared songS demonstrating healthy singing, accurate pitch, expressive phrasing, and ensemble awareness.
How do I prepare for a confident, accurate performance?
What strategies help me maintain good technique under performance conditions?
How did my performance improve through rehearsal and reflection?
Performance etiquette
Confidence
Reflection
Expression
MU:Pr6.1.6a – Present musical work with technical accuracy and expression
MU:Re7.2.6a – Reflect on performance and identify areas for improvement
Description: Students perform a prepared song for peers or small audience. Teacher provides feedback on posture, tone, pitch, rhythm, expression, and ensemble blend. Students complete a reflection on strengths and areas for improvement.
Purpose: Apply all learned skills in a final performance and reflect on personal and group growth.
DOK Level: 3 – Strategic Thinking and Reflection
Small group or paired performance options for students needing confidence support.
Provide written performance checklist to guide focus.
Students set one personal goal for performance improvement.
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Observation of performance quality (posture, tone, pitch, rhythm, blend, expression).
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Self-reflection or journal entry describing progress and next steps.
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Peer feedback on ensemble performance.