WEST SIDE STORY - Day 4 Final Viewing

Today was our final viewing of West Side Story. Using complete sentences answer the questions below based on what you observed. Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation.

1. Why does Tony's action (killing Bernardo) further complicate the problems between Tony and Maria?

2. Who tells Maria about what happened at the rumble?

3. In the next scene (Maria's bedroom), Tony tells Maria what happened at the rumble and they sing the song "Somewhere". What is this song about?

For lyrics go to http://www.metrolyrics.com/westside-story-lyrics.html

4. After the rumble the Jets get back together and sing "Cool". What is this song about? Why is it important for the Jets to stay "cool"?

For lyrics go to http://www.metrolyrics.com/westside-story-lyrics.html

5. Who is after Tony with a gun?

6. What is Anita's response when she discovers Tony and Maria together?

7. Anita has a change of heart. What does she do for Maria?

8. Describe what happens to Tony.

9. What is Maria's message to the Jets and the Sharks?

10. In conclusion, what is the message of this story? (3 sentences or more)

WEST SIDE STORY - Day 3 Viewing

Answer the questions below based on our day 3 viewing of West Side Story. Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation. Answer in complete sentences.

1. What tune do the Sharks whistle as they leave Doc's drugstore? (Answer in a complete sentence.)

a) Dixie b) My Country Tis of Thee c) Gee Officer Krupke d) I Feel Pretty e)None of the previous answers

2. Why do they whistle that particular tune at that particular time?

3. Explain Maria's feelings when she sings "I Feel Pretty". (Click on, or copy and paste the link below for the lyrics.)

http://www.lyricsondemand.com/soundtracks/w/westsidestorymusicallyrics/ifeelprettylyrics.html

4. Why does Maria want Tony to stop the rumble?

5. During their mock wedding, Tony and Maria sing "One Hand, One Heart". How does the song fit this particular moment in the scene? (Click on, or copy and paste the link below for the lyrics.)

http://www.metrolyrics.com/one-hand-one-heart-lyrics-westside-story.html

6. The Rumble - Contrasted here is the peace between Maria and Tony with the song recap "Tonight", and then the Jets and Sharks and their version of a more fierce, fighting song of "Tonight". How does this help us see the problem in the story yet to come?

7. What happens when Tony tries to stop the fight? Describe in detail.

8. Why did Tony do what he did in this scene?

9. Why does Tony's action further complicate the problem between Tony and Maria?

WEST SIDE STORY - Day 2 Viewing

Reflecting on day 2 of West Side Story answer the questions below in complete sentences. Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar.

1. What happens at the dance between Maria and Tony?

2. How does Bernardo react when he sees Maria and Tony together at the dance?

3. What doe Riff challenge Bernardo to at the dance?

4. Who is Anybody? Why does she have this name?

5. How does the music and dance portray the culture of Puerto Rico in the song, "America"?

6. What is the meaning of the song "Tonight" sung by Tony and Maria?

7. What is a juvenile delinquent?

8. "Gee Officer Krupke" deals with juvenile delinquency. What are the Jets saying about juvenile delinquents throughout the song?

Use the links from the previous assignments for help.

WEST SIDE STORY

From today's viewing of West Side Story, respond to the questions below using complete sentences. Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation. Turn in your answers tomorrow as soon as you come to class. DO NOT COPY THE QUESTIONS. Simply answer in complete sentences.

For help, use the following links:

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055614/plotsummary.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055614/synopsis.

1. Describe the Overture music themes and how they relate to the colors you see on the screen. (A different color appears for each song.)

2. Who is snapping fingers first in the opening scene on the playground? What does the snapping of fingers do for this whole scene? How does it add to the scene?

3. Why do you think the Jets dislike the Sharks so much?

4. How does Bernstein (the composer) combine jazz dance and ballet in the opening scene in which the two gangs are chasing each other?

5. What two gangs are chasing each other in the first scene?

6. Who breaks up the fight in the schoolyard between the Sharks and the Jets?

7. Who does Tony work for? Why is Tony working for him (i.e. what is he trying to accomplish)?

8. What ethnicity are Maria and Anita?

9. What are Maria and Anita doing when we first see them? What does Maria ask Anita to do?

10. Who is the leader of the Jets?

11. Who is the leader of the Sharks?

Homework for Week of November 9-13, 2009

Monday - Class in Room 19 (Review)

Tuesday - Computer Lab

Wednesday - NO SCHOOL! Veteran's Day!

Thursday - Computer Lab

Friday - Trip to the Kimmel Center to see Philadanco. I have a couple of extra tickets. First come, first served.

The American Musical Theater

For the next few days we will learn about the American Musical Theater. You will create and perform an original scene complete with music, singing, dancing, and acting. All key components of a musical are explored as well as a brief history on the evolution of this unique American art form. Your performance will be taped for you to enjoy later.

Today we discussed the components of a musical and a play, as well as the role of music in each. Our vocabulary words are:

1. musical 2. play 3. overture 4. lyrics 5. choreography

6. choreographer 7. solo 8. duet 9. trio 10. quartet

11. quintet 12. ensemble 13. instrumental 14. finale

Study the definitions for each of these words. Also, listen to the music from West Side Story. It's in the Listening Corner. Be able to identify the selections when you come to class tomorrow.

Read the plot summary at this link: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055614/plotsummary.

Read the synopsis at this link: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055614/synopsis.

Comment by writing the following in the comments section (below) of this post: "Hello Ms. Green. I am (your name). I have completed this assignment"

Homework for Week of November 2, 2009

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Read the articles under "What Is A Podcast?" Respond (in the comments section of this post) to the following Discussion, and then to two students in the class. (Due Sunday, November 8, 2009, at 6:00PM)

Discussion: What are the benefits of podcasting. How can teachers use podcasts to improve instruction and increase student learning? (Your response, and your response to two classmates should be 50 words or more.)

Monday, November 2, 2009.

This assignment is due on Wednesday, November 4. Your signed permission slip for our class at the Kimmel Center is also due the same day.

Remember - we go into the lab on Wednesday to begin learning how to use "Garage Band". Don't forget to bring your earphones. You will not be allowed to use the computer without it.

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CAMILLE SAINT SAENS

Go to the LISTENING CORNER and listen to Danse Macabre.

Using the resources below, answer the sollowing questions about composer, Camille Saint Saens. Answer in complete sentences. Due Nov. 4.

http://www.rpo.org/UserFiles/Link/Saint-Saens.pdf
http://www.lessontutor.com/bf_saintsaens.html


1. What pieces would Saint Saens not allow to be published until after his death, and why?
2. Name three areas other than music in which Saint Saens was interested.
3. In 1852 what music composition of Mr. Saint Saens gave rise to acknowledging him as a great composer?
4. Over what period of music did Camille Saint Saens life expand?
5. To what does the Romantic Period refer?
6. Describe the French characteristics of Saint Saens music.
7. What are the three compositions for which Saint Saens is most known?

HOMEWORK

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Write the music definition for the following words:

1. rhythm 2. melody 3. harmony 4. texture 5. timbre 6. tempo 7. dynamics

Use the following website as a resource: http://classicalmusic.lifetips.com/cat/57534/elements-of-music/index.html

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Complete the following quizzes, and attain a score of 91% or better. Type your name in the comments section when you complete this assignment.

Mighty Music Man Quiz 3 - The Instrument Heist Quiz

http://www.musictechteacher.com/quiz_mighty_music_man003.htm

Music Family Invaders Quiz

http://www.musictechteacher.com/quiz_music_family_invaders.htm

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Write the definition for the following words:

1. syncopation 2. fugue 3. theme and variations 4. measure 5. meter

Use the vocabulary resource above.

PROGRAM MUSIC

Wednesday - Write the music definition for the following words:
1. rhythm 2. melody 3. harmony 4. texture 5. timbre 6. tempo 7. dynamics



Use the following website as a resource:

PATRIOTIC SONGS

In class today, we discussed what makes a song patriotic. Patriotic songs are about our country's history, its foundation, and its ideals.

Patriotic songs pay tribute to our country. They serve to encourage national unity. These songs include hymns, military themes, national songs, and music from stage and screen, as well as songs adapted from poems. Much of American patriotic music originated from four main wars - the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the American Civil War, and the Spanish American War.

Go to the following website: http://www.usa-flag-site.org/songs.shtml.

Choose a song from the list. Listen to it (Listening Corner), as you read the lyrics. [Suggestion - Read the lyrics several times.] Answer the following questions, and be prepared to share this information (oral report) with your class on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Your oral presentation will be taped. Rehearse it in advance. Know how to pronounce and enunciate every word. Know the meaning of everything you say.

Your written assignment is due Wednesday, May 19, during class. Answer in complete sentences as though you are telling a story(narrative). Spelling, grammar, and punctuation count. Your assignment must be typed using 12 pt. font, Times Roman. Margins must be 1" around. [This assignment counts as a major test grade.]

1. What is the title of your patriotic song?

2. Who is (are) the composer(s)? (There may be a lyricist and composer.)

3. When was the music composed?

4. Why is this music patriotic (elements of patriotism)? (3 sentences)

5. Name three (3) historical events or facts occurring at the time the music was composed.

6. What inspired the composer to write this piece?

7. Describe the music elements of this piece (melody, harmony, rhythm, tempo, timbre, texture, dynamics), and how they contribute to its purpose.