Styles of Music Project
Description
You are responsible for working with your group to prepare and present a 10-minute
oral/musical presentation which examines a particular style of music. The project
consists of research, writing a written report and doing a presentation.
Written Report
Each group will turn in one typewritten report at least 5 pages in length.
The written report must discuss:
1. An overview of the music style: Where did it originate? Provide historical
background about the origins of this musical style. What was going on culturally,
politically and historically that contributed to the rise of this musical style? How
has it developed over time to the current day? What instruments are associated
with this type of music? What individuals have been associated with this style of
music? What musical elements exemplify this style of music? Name a musical
concept or technique commonly used on the guitar in this style of music.(2 pages)
2. Analyze a piece of music that depicts that style of music. Select a piece of music
to listen to and analyze that exemplifies this musical style. Discuss the melody,
harmony, rhythm, form, instrumentation and lyrics of the piece.
(1 page)
3. Biography of a musician: Select an individual whose music exemplifies this style
and write a two-page biography on that person. (2 pages)
Presentation
Presentations will be graded on accuracy and clarity of factual information presented,
creativity, originality and teamwork. Be creative! Make your presentation
informative and entertaining.
The presentation must include:
1. An oral presentation of the information in your report.
2. Performance of a song in the style of music that you are studying.
3. Demonstration of a musical concept or technique commonly used on the guitar in
this style of music.
Use the following resources:
Blues Guitar
Country Guitar
Jazz Guitar
Rock Guitar
Folk Guitar (need books)
Classical guitar (need book)
Reggae
Groups:
Period 2: * move Sean
Classical: Jeff, David, Nick, Matt, Caleb
Reggae: Mo, Leeza, Darren, Michael S., Alejandro, Sean TOO MANY
Rock: Max, Keilan, Michael O., Aiden, Dominic
Country: Bethany, Alan, Danual, Nate, Jake
Funk: Nat, Johnny, Wes, Ian, Joey B.
Latin: Chris, Tomas, Joe, Francisco, Wilson
Period 3 * move Breannah
Reggae: D.J., Jeremy, Chip, Daniel, Sean
American Folk: Jade, McKenna, Vicki, Laura
Funk: Jacob, Michael M., Scott, Connor, Ben
Blues: Shahrukh, Ryan, Gregg, Matteo, Michael G.
Classical: Travis, Kevin, Russel, Mark, Casey
Latin (flamenco): Peter, Brayden, Alex H., Austin, Breanna, Nick L.
Rock: Martin, Evan, Tony, Cody
Styles of Music Project Evaluation
Style:
Names:
Points Earned:
Factual information (25 possible) =
Were facts clearly stated and understood by the audience?
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Performance (50 possible) =
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Was the performance well-prepared and accurately played in rhythm,
melody and form? Are lyrics heard and understood?
Creativity (15 possible) =
__________
Did you present the information and performance in an original, creative
way?
Teamwork (10 possible)
__________
Was everyone in the group involved? Did you work well as a team?
Presentation (100 possible) =
_________
Written Report (100 possible) =
_________
Total (200 possible)
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