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Instruments of the Orchestra

Focus

Within this unit we will develop our listening and appraising skills by extending our knowledge of orchestral instruments.

You learn to     

Identify the four sections of the orchestra and name instruments

Identify instruments from listening extracts

Develop aural awareness

Respond to and evaluate different music

You will learn about         


The sections of the orchestra

The different instruments and how they produce sound

The elements of music

Different musical styles and genres

Your work will show          

Knowledge of orchestral instruments and which section they belong to

Good listening skills and understanding of the elements of music

The ability to work well on your own and with others

Your finished work will include     

    

A written record of listening tasks

Well researched and written homework in your own words

Information about composers and set pieces

A completed map of the orchestra

 

Last updated 08 September 2000.

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