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Vocal Music Academy Teaching and Learning Framework WHY? The discipline of music making is transferable to every learning situation in and outside the academic community Tim Lautzenheiser (Winter 2005) Why Music? Why Band?
Teaching and Learning Framework
“The discipline of music making is transferable to every learning situation in and outside the academic community…”
Tim Lautzenheiser (Winter 2005) Why Music? Why Band? Canadian Music Educator, 19-23
“Schools with strong Arts programs are proven to be effective and productive learning environments that encourage a high level of student success.”
(Champions of Change, The Impact of the Arts on Learning, 2000) a critical and positive connection between music learning
and success in other areas of the curriculum.
Build skills in vocal music and develop musical literacy
(reading, writing musical notation)
Increase student achievement in all academic areas Create an engaging and joyful environment Develop an inclusive community for all Seek out community partnerships to enhance student
learning
Active Engaging Collaborative
Singing is the primary vehicle for
learning and expression
Ministry mandated curriculum for
Music is taught
Songs (repertoire) are explored from
a variety of musical practices
Critical thinking is valued
Teaches healthy vocal technique Includes learning music theory to develop music
literacy
Makes connections to other areas of the curriculum
(language arts, math, dance, drama, history)
Exposes students to career paths which involve music
Multiple performance opportunities Small and large ensembles ( Jazz, Chamber Ensembles) Community Outreach
Interact with communities Opportunities for partnerships with:
“Music gives a soul to the universe, Wings to the mind, Flight to the imagination, And life to everything.”