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MUSIC THEORY HUNT
By Amy Norris
Norrisa@schenectady.k12.ny.us
4th and 5th grade Instrumental Music
Elmer/Woodlawn/Zoller
Introduction
This music theory treasure hunt is an interactive online project which guides students to find
information about music theory by accessing information and answering questions through given
links. One class period is needed to complete the hunt but previous internet usage is needed in order
to complete in one class.
Learners
This treasure hunt is intended for 4th and 5th grade Instrumental students.
Resources
Computer, Internet connection, answer sheet and pencil.
NYS Learning Standards
Standard 2: Knowing and Using arts Materials and Resources: Students will be knowledgeable
about and make use of the materials and resources available for participation in the arts in various
roles.
Process
This project will be used by 4th and 5th grade Instrumental students as an enrichment activity. It will be
completed individually in a class computer lab situation.
Evaluation
Students will answer the questions on a given answer sheet which will be collected and graded.
Credits and References
“Cartoon Music Notes.” Online Image. Sharry’s Place. 25 March 2004.
http://www.sharrysplace.com/Tubes/Music/music-notes.gif
NYNET Resources for Teachers
NYS Virtual Learning Space Grant
2002-2003
“Dynamics Picture.” Online Image. Orange Coast College. 25 March 2004
http://www.occ.cccd.edu/faculty/jmcenary/images/dynamics.gif
“Tempo Marking Image.” Online Image. Virginia Tech Music Department. 25 March 2004
http://www.music.vt.edu/musicdictionary/texta/images/AllaBreve.jpg
“Staff Image.” Online Image. Music Graphics Galore. 25 March 2004
www.cottagesoft.com/~songbird/ graphics-2a.html
“Grand Staff Image.” Online Image. Music Graphics Galore 25 March 2004
www.cottagesoft.com/~songbird/ graphics
Provide a list of references to items you used to create your Project. Include any Internet sites you used. Use the correct
MLA citation format. Click here for information regarding citation of resources used. There is also a document to refer to in
the Course Documents section of our online course.
NYNET Resources for Teachers
NYS Virtual Learning Space Grant
2002-2003