Unit 4: Expanding Range and Musical Selection

How articulation, dynamics, and phrasing shape musical style and expression.
How stylistic characteristics differ between classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary repertoire.
How tone color and register transitions influence expressive quality.
How breath management and phrasing support musical intent.

Perform pieces with varied articulation, phrasing, and dynamics across stylistic contexts.
Apply expressive techniques to interpret music authentically.
Experiment with tone color and register shifts for expressive effect.
Compare stylistic approaches in recordings and live performance.

• Stylistically informed performance of an advanced excerpt.

• Articulation and phrasing study demonstrating expressive intent.

• Reflection or oral presentation analyzing style, expression, and technical challenges.