Musical Experience!
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Ideas for my Future Classroom...
I would like to teach at a high school level. If I had a music class, I would give my students a commercial with no audio. For an assignment, they would have to use garage band or any music website that would allow the students to create their own music soundtrack to add to the commercial without listening to the original. They can work in pairs but at the end each pair shows their commercial in front of the class.
Once we see a commercial, it’s hard to envision anything different that could be used for it, so ensuring they do not hear the original audio, this assignment allows the students to have that creative freedom to go above and beyond. There is no right or wrong way of doing this assignment so this doesn’t add restrictions to their freedom.
I would like to teach at a high school level. If I had a music class, I would give my students a commercial with no audio. For an assignment, they would have to use garage band or any music website that would allow the students to create their own music soundtrack to add to the commercial without listening to the original. They can work in pairs but at the end each pair shows their commercial in front of the class.
Once we see a commercial, it’s hard to envision anything different that could be used for it, so ensuring they do not hear the original audio, this assignment allows the students to have that creative freedom to go above and beyond. There is no right or wrong way of doing this assignment so this doesn’t add restrictions to their freedom.
My Thoughts on This Class So Far...
So far, this class has been very different from what I was expecting it to be. I was expecting to learn more about the different methods of how to teach but, instead, we are analyzing different class scenario’s and having discussions about our perspective and opinions on certain topics. It is interesting to see what everyone has to offer, in terms of their opinion when having educational discussions in class. It is eye opening, but, I also tend to question how their opinion came to be and why they stated those words for their opinion. I am finding myself enjoying this class very much, even though having to speak in front of others makes me very nervous. I know this class encourages to state your opinion but Cathy has allowed us to still speak our minds with a partner and not just the whole class so it allows the students to feel more comfortable with speaking their mind. This ensures students a chance to state their opinion in a more private space for everyone to speak without having anyone feeling anxious or nervous about speaking to the whole class.
In our music education class, there is no “right” or “wrong” answer and I appreciate Cathy saying this to us because as educators we should encourage our students to express their thoughts. Today, students are not participating in class as much due to the thought of being rejected with not having the correct answer. Putting down students is never the right answer. Also, having the judgement of your teacher and other classmates is an overwhelming feeling that no student should ever have to go through.
One important thing I learned in this class is to use your past experiences either good or bad into ensuring a safe environment for all your students. I have been very fortunate enough to have experience teachers that spread all throughout the spectrum; the good teachers and the bad teachers. From these experiences, I know can be more aware of what works and doesn’t work for students. This relation will benefit your students to ensure that they are having a great learning experience so one day they will inspire other educators as well.
A lot of teachers teach by the book and I personally feel teachers should have various ways of teaching a certain lesson in order to allow all students to grasp the knowledge. Not all students learn the same way and it can be frustrating when a teacher can only teach a certain way. Personally, I think if a teacher really understands the concept of the lesson that is being taught he or she should automatically be able to explain the concept another way.
Finally, I will apply the knowledge that I have learned in this course and my past experiences to use in a class setting. This will be beneficial for my students. I will take full advantage of all the resources I am being exposed to into my own classroom to educate and inspire others. Each one of us in the class has our own past experiences that we can use to benefit our classroom environments. Knowing one day I want to become an educator, I am allowing myself to be very open minded to all opinions and variations of teaching methods that will grant my students with the beneficial knowledge they need to grow as musicians. This class allows me to think outside of what I already know and it intrigues my knowledge to branch out and explore a different side of teaching. At the end of the day we all want the same thing and that is to want what’s best for our students. I believe this course and further education will help me to strive for this success.
So far, this class has been very different from what I was expecting it to be. I was expecting to learn more about the different methods of how to teach but, instead, we are analyzing different class scenario’s and having discussions about our perspective and opinions on certain topics. It is interesting to see what everyone has to offer, in terms of their opinion when having educational discussions in class. It is eye opening, but, I also tend to question how their opinion came to be and why they stated those words for their opinion. I am finding myself enjoying this class very much, even though having to speak in front of others makes me very nervous. I know this class encourages to state your opinion but Cathy has allowed us to still speak our minds with a partner and not just the whole class so it allows the students to feel more comfortable with speaking their mind. This ensures students a chance to state their opinion in a more private space for everyone to speak without having anyone feeling anxious or nervous about speaking to the whole class.
In our music education class, there is no “right” or “wrong” answer and I appreciate Cathy saying this to us because as educators we should encourage our students to express their thoughts. Today, students are not participating in class as much due to the thought of being rejected with not having the correct answer. Putting down students is never the right answer. Also, having the judgement of your teacher and other classmates is an overwhelming feeling that no student should ever have to go through.
One important thing I learned in this class is to use your past experiences either good or bad into ensuring a safe environment for all your students. I have been very fortunate enough to have experience teachers that spread all throughout the spectrum; the good teachers and the bad teachers. From these experiences, I know can be more aware of what works and doesn’t work for students. This relation will benefit your students to ensure that they are having a great learning experience so one day they will inspire other educators as well.
A lot of teachers teach by the book and I personally feel teachers should have various ways of teaching a certain lesson in order to allow all students to grasp the knowledge. Not all students learn the same way and it can be frustrating when a teacher can only teach a certain way. Personally, I think if a teacher really understands the concept of the lesson that is being taught he or she should automatically be able to explain the concept another way.
Finally, I will apply the knowledge that I have learned in this course and my past experiences to use in a class setting. This will be beneficial for my students. I will take full advantage of all the resources I am being exposed to into my own classroom to educate and inspire others. Each one of us in the class has our own past experiences that we can use to benefit our classroom environments. Knowing one day I want to become an educator, I am allowing myself to be very open minded to all opinions and variations of teaching methods that will grant my students with the beneficial knowledge they need to grow as musicians. This class allows me to think outside of what I already know and it intrigues my knowledge to branch out and explore a different side of teaching. At the end of the day we all want the same thing and that is to want what’s best for our students. I believe this course and further education will help me to strive for this success.
Conversation With Hannah Cho….
Carinna Sabetti:
Hi Hannah Cho,
I really enjoyed watching your “Who Am I” video. Being able to hear about your past music experiences has given me a better understanding of who you are as a person and as a musician.
Here are just a few questions I have for you after watching your video:
1. You mentioned you wanted to go into the route of music education, but what level of education where you thinking of teaching? High school? Elementary/Middle School? University/College? Private Lessons?
2. Was taking music lessons something you wanted to start or did your parents influence you to take lessons?
3. How has music been beneficial to your life?
4. Why did you stop playing the violin and out of all the instruments why did you start playing the piano?
5. Tell me more about your experiences playing percussion?
6. What was your favourite memory playing percussion with your band in high school?
7. Where you scared when you started learning to play either the violin or the piano?
8. How has your role model (piano teacher) inspired you to grow into the musician you have become today?
9. You said that indie, R&B, and contemporary Christian music were your favourite genres of music but what style of music is your favourite when playing piano?
Thanks,
Carinna Sabetti
Hannah Cho:
Hi Carinna! Thank you for the questions, here are my responses.
1. I am not entirely sure of which route to pursue. I am thinking of teaching Elementary/Middle school or high school. I love children, but I also want to teach older kids who are would strive to take music seriously in a high school setting. Teaching music in an arts school would also be a great experience. I think that as I learn more about myself throughout these 4 years studying Music Education, I will get to find out and realize which route that I want to go into.
2. Taking music lessons is something that I chose to do. As I had a piano at my house, I would always play it for fun, and from then, I really wanted to take music seriously.
3. Music has been beneficial in my life as I used it as my own creative space. Ever since I started playing piano, it started as a source of therapy. Whenever I felt down, music acted as a comfort zone, and allowed me to become more content. Music is my passion, and it is something that I love doing!
4. I stopped playing the violin at around age 4. I believe that I stopped because of my very young age and immaturity as I hated practicing. As time passed, I found myself playing the piano at times, and my love for it grew immensely into a passion in my young age.
5. As an extracurricular activity, I played the bells, xylophone, and chimes in my school concert band. It was a really great experience as I was able to gain performance experience, gain school spirit, and meet new people who loved music just like I do. I was only a part of concert band for 2 years, and within the these couple years, I was able to experience performing at many school events. My concert band also got the opportunity to compete in The Golden Horse Shoe Festival in Ottawa as we won gold at Music Fest.
6. My favourite memory being a part of the concert band is when we travelled to Ottawa together. It was a really fun and adventurous experience. The three days consisted of attending music events, touring the Capital, and competing at the Golden Horseshoe Festival.
7. I was not scared when I started to learn my instruments as it began as a really fun experience.
8. My piano teacher has been a part of my life for 8 years, and she was with me through all the hardships I faced in middle school and high school. Significantly, she taught me to become a successful pianist, and to be confident with myself. She also really helped me through my mission to become accepted into the music program here at Western.
9. My favourite style to play on piano is classical. It is really relaxing, but it could be challenging at times to learn.
Thanks,
Hannah Cho
Carinna Sabetti:
Hi Hannah Cho,
I really enjoyed watching your “Who Am I” video. Being able to hear about your past music experiences has given me a better understanding of who you are as a person and as a musician.
Here are just a few questions I have for you after watching your video:
1. You mentioned you wanted to go into the route of music education, but what level of education where you thinking of teaching? High school? Elementary/Middle School? University/College? Private Lessons?
2. Was taking music lessons something you wanted to start or did your parents influence you to take lessons?
3. How has music been beneficial to your life?
4. Why did you stop playing the violin and out of all the instruments why did you start playing the piano?
5. Tell me more about your experiences playing percussion?
6. What was your favourite memory playing percussion with your band in high school?
7. Where you scared when you started learning to play either the violin or the piano?
8. How has your role model (piano teacher) inspired you to grow into the musician you have become today?
9. You said that indie, R&B, and contemporary Christian music were your favourite genres of music but what style of music is your favourite when playing piano?
Thanks,
Carinna Sabetti
Hannah Cho:
Hi Carinna! Thank you for the questions, here are my responses.
1. I am not entirely sure of which route to pursue. I am thinking of teaching Elementary/Middle school or high school. I love children, but I also want to teach older kids who are would strive to take music seriously in a high school setting. Teaching music in an arts school would also be a great experience. I think that as I learn more about myself throughout these 4 years studying Music Education, I will get to find out and realize which route that I want to go into.
2. Taking music lessons is something that I chose to do. As I had a piano at my house, I would always play it for fun, and from then, I really wanted to take music seriously.
3. Music has been beneficial in my life as I used it as my own creative space. Ever since I started playing piano, it started as a source of therapy. Whenever I felt down, music acted as a comfort zone, and allowed me to become more content. Music is my passion, and it is something that I love doing!
4. I stopped playing the violin at around age 4. I believe that I stopped because of my very young age and immaturity as I hated practicing. As time passed, I found myself playing the piano at times, and my love for it grew immensely into a passion in my young age.
5. As an extracurricular activity, I played the bells, xylophone, and chimes in my school concert band. It was a really great experience as I was able to gain performance experience, gain school spirit, and meet new people who loved music just like I do. I was only a part of concert band for 2 years, and within the these couple years, I was able to experience performing at many school events. My concert band also got the opportunity to compete in The Golden Horse Shoe Festival in Ottawa as we won gold at Music Fest.
6. My favourite memory being a part of the concert band is when we travelled to Ottawa together. It was a really fun and adventurous experience. The three days consisted of attending music events, touring the Capital, and competing at the Golden Horseshoe Festival.
7. I was not scared when I started to learn my instruments as it began as a really fun experience.
8. My piano teacher has been a part of my life for 8 years, and she was with me through all the hardships I faced in middle school and high school. Significantly, she taught me to become a successful pianist, and to be confident with myself. She also really helped me through my mission to become accepted into the music program here at Western.
9. My favourite style to play on piano is classical. It is really relaxing, but it could be challenging at times to learn.
Thanks,
Hannah Cho
Conversation With Aiden Macpherson…
Carinna Sabetti:
Hi Aiden Macpherson,
I really enjoyed watching your “Who Am I” video. Being able to hear about your past music experiences has given me a better understanding of who you are as a person and as a musician.
Here are just a few questions I have for you after watching your video:
1. You mentioned in your video that music education is overlooked. Can you tell me more about this topic and how someone can make a change for this issue?
2. In your life, have you ever thought of learning an orchestral instrument? If yes, what would it be and why?
3. Do you think competing in vocal competitions is beneficial in becoming a musician and possibly pursuing a career in music?
4. You talked about everyone having a new perspective when conducting a piece, but have you ever had a bad experience with a conductor not having that creative vision of how they want the piece to sound? If yes, tell me more about this bad experience?
5. In music education, we don’t really talk about the biology involved. Do you think it would be beneficial to include it more into the music curriculum, to inform students about their instrument corresponding to the brain and body?
Thanks,
Carinna Sabetti
Aiden Macpherson:
Hello!
I appreciate how open you were in the About Me assignment. I have some questions about your video and my responses will be below them!
1. With such a busy schedule full of extracurricular (sport teams, choirs, student council, etc), were there any significant time management skills you picked up that will assist you in working for the rest of your career?
2. How might your experience at Cawthra Park benefit your future students?
3. How might your education in the specialized art school interfere with your ability to make valid connections with core students who are taking music as an option?
4. you say you fully understand and accept who you are as an individual and where you are and where you're going. Education is a dynamic field that constantly requere change and growth, how do you plan to embrace the change?
My Answers:
1. In general, our society tends to lean towards subjects that 'pay' like science or math’s. But music is just as important if not more so important than business or law. Without music we have no culture, and minimal opportunities for self-growth. If I do become a teacher I plan to not only teach how to play an instrument, but to try and demonstrate to students that music goes far beyond singing or playing. It creates deep emotional connections that allow us to explore ourselves as individuals.
2. In high school I played the saxophone and it would be the only instrument I would choose to learn, because it has a very distinctive attitude and sound. We all know when we hear a saxophone, and it sounds very jazzy. They have a lot of character, and I really enjoy that.
3. The idea of it being a competition doesn't necessarily benefit an individual in their music career, but the feedback does. I never entered the competitions with a competitive mindset, but I rather enjoyed hearing feedback from individuals who 1) were not my teacher, and 2) had a professional background in the field. Learning who you are as an individual I think does benefit one when beginning the path of teaching, because we need to know our strengths and weaknesses in order to best benefit our students.
4. Actually, one year Amabile had Ivars Tourins, the conductor of Tafelmusik (he also was a guest speaker in our history class last semester) come in to conduct one of our annual festivals. He was incredibly mean and it honestly took the joy out of the whole production. I think kindness and respect are key in bringing joy to any situation and he was doing the exact opposite of that.
5. I don't think necessarily that the neuroscience behind music would benefit young musicians, however I do think understanding the anatomy of our bodies specifically in vocal or air production would be helpful in preventing injuries. It would also benefit students in having a better understanding of their bodies, and developing safe ways to project either their voice or air that would flow through their instruments.
I really am thankful for all of the questions you asked me. I enjoy deep thinking and you pushed my thinking to a new level!
Carinna Sabetti:
Hi Aiden Macpherson,
I really enjoyed watching your “Who Am I” video. Being able to hear about your past music experiences has given me a better understanding of who you are as a person and as a musician.
Here are just a few questions I have for you after watching your video:
1. You mentioned in your video that music education is overlooked. Can you tell me more about this topic and how someone can make a change for this issue?
2. In your life, have you ever thought of learning an orchestral instrument? If yes, what would it be and why?
3. Do you think competing in vocal competitions is beneficial in becoming a musician and possibly pursuing a career in music?
4. You talked about everyone having a new perspective when conducting a piece, but have you ever had a bad experience with a conductor not having that creative vision of how they want the piece to sound? If yes, tell me more about this bad experience?
5. In music education, we don’t really talk about the biology involved. Do you think it would be beneficial to include it more into the music curriculum, to inform students about their instrument corresponding to the brain and body?
Thanks,
Carinna Sabetti
Aiden Macpherson:
Hello!
I appreciate how open you were in the About Me assignment. I have some questions about your video and my responses will be below them!
1. With such a busy schedule full of extracurricular (sport teams, choirs, student council, etc), were there any significant time management skills you picked up that will assist you in working for the rest of your career?
2. How might your experience at Cawthra Park benefit your future students?
3. How might your education in the specialized art school interfere with your ability to make valid connections with core students who are taking music as an option?
4. you say you fully understand and accept who you are as an individual and where you are and where you're going. Education is a dynamic field that constantly requere change and growth, how do you plan to embrace the change?
My Answers:
1. In general, our society tends to lean towards subjects that 'pay' like science or math’s. But music is just as important if not more so important than business or law. Without music we have no culture, and minimal opportunities for self-growth. If I do become a teacher I plan to not only teach how to play an instrument, but to try and demonstrate to students that music goes far beyond singing or playing. It creates deep emotional connections that allow us to explore ourselves as individuals.
2. In high school I played the saxophone and it would be the only instrument I would choose to learn, because it has a very distinctive attitude and sound. We all know when we hear a saxophone, and it sounds very jazzy. They have a lot of character, and I really enjoy that.
3. The idea of it being a competition doesn't necessarily benefit an individual in their music career, but the feedback does. I never entered the competitions with a competitive mindset, but I rather enjoyed hearing feedback from individuals who 1) were not my teacher, and 2) had a professional background in the field. Learning who you are as an individual I think does benefit one when beginning the path of teaching, because we need to know our strengths and weaknesses in order to best benefit our students.
4. Actually, one year Amabile had Ivars Tourins, the conductor of Tafelmusik (he also was a guest speaker in our history class last semester) come in to conduct one of our annual festivals. He was incredibly mean and it honestly took the joy out of the whole production. I think kindness and respect are key in bringing joy to any situation and he was doing the exact opposite of that.
5. I don't think necessarily that the neuroscience behind music would benefit young musicians, however I do think understanding the anatomy of our bodies specifically in vocal or air production would be helpful in preventing injuries. It would also benefit students in having a better understanding of their bodies, and developing safe ways to project either their voice or air that would flow through their instruments.
I really am thankful for all of the questions you asked me. I enjoy deep thinking and you pushed my thinking to a new level!