Objective: Explain the performance.

Subject: MU9MRB-Ic-f-3

Grade Level: Grade 9

Learning across curriculum:

1. Science - Topic: Sound Waves

2. Mathematics - Topic: Graphs and Data Analysis

3. Physical Education - Topic: Body Movements and Dance

Review Motivation:

1. Show a video clip of a musical performance and ask the students to share their
thoughts and feelings about it.

2. Conduct a short quiz on famous musicians and their contributions to the music
industry.

3. Play a popular song and ask the students to identify the musical elements present
in the song, such as rhythm, melody, and harmony.

Activity 1: Exploring Musical Instruments

Materials:

- Various musical instruments (guitar, piano, drums, flute, etc.)

- Worksheet with questions about each instrument

Instructions:

1. Display the musical instruments in the classroom.

2. Divide the students into small groups.

3. Distribute the worksheet and explain that they need to answer the questions about
each instrument.

4. Allow the students to explore the instruments and gather information.

5. After completing the worksheet, have each group present their findings to the
class.

Rubrics:

Criteria Points

Accuracy of answers 10

Presentation skills 10

Collaboration 10

Total 30

Assessment Questions:

1. What is the main difference between a guitar and a piano?

2. How does a flute produce sound?

Activity 2: Creating a Musical Composition

Materials:

- Musical instruments or virtual music software

- Writing materials
Instructions:

1. Introduce the concept of musical composition and its elements (melody, rhythm,
harmony).

2. Divide the students into pairs or small groups.

3. Provide the students with musical instruments or virtual music software.

4. Instruct them to create a short musical composition using the given materials.

5. After completing the composition, have each group perform or play their
composition to the class.

Rubrics:

Criteria Points

Creativity 15

Use of musical elements 10

Collaboration 10

Total 35

Assessment Questions:

1. What are the three elements of musical composition?

2. How did you incorporate these elements into your composition?

Activity 3: Music Performance

Materials:

- Musical instruments or backing tracks

- Performance area or stage

Instructions:

1. Assign each student or group a specific musical piece or song.

2. Provide time for practice and rehearsal.

3. Set up a performance area or stage.

4. Have each student or group perform their assigned piece or song in front of the
class.

5. Encourage the class to provide constructive feedback and appreciation after each
performance.

Rubrics:

Criteria Points

Musicality 15

Accuracy of performance 10

Stage presence 10

Total 35

Assessment Questions:

1. How did you prepare for your performance?

2. What feedback did you receive from your classmates, and how will you use it to
improve?

Analysis:

Analyze the outcome of each activity by discussing the strengths and areas for
improvement of the students' performances. Identify any recurring themes or
patterns in their understanding and application of musical concepts.

Abstraction:

Summarize the main learning points from the activities, emphasizing the importance
of musical elements, collaboration, and practice in creating and performing music.
Application:

Provide the students with a real-life problem related to the objective, such as
organizing a school concert or creating a musical composition for a community
event. Ask them to brainstorm solutions and discuss the potential challenges they
may encounter.

Assessment:

Teachers can assess the learning of the students by conducting written or oral
quizzes on musical elements and concepts, evaluating their performances using
rubrics, and observing their participation and engagement during activities.

Assignment:

Assign the students to research and write a reflection paper on the impact of music
in their lives. They should discuss how music influences their emotions,
relationships, and personal development.