developing creativity using vocal improvisation and ... · jenny cervini – john d. parker p.s....
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Jenny Cervini –
John D. Parker P.S.
Debbie Jonas –
Howard P.S.
Linda Umezawa –
Garden Avenue P.S.
Developing Creativity Using Vocal Improvisation and Graphic Notation
“The Beatles made it look so easy.”
Project Overview
Part A: Vocal Improvisation
-Vocal Exploration games (Friesen activities)-Creation of whole group improvisation using ‘Time’
theme (Wiegold Backbone)
-Creation of small group improvisations using ‘Four Seasons’
theme (Gymnopedie Backbone)
-Ongoing videotaping of student work and student reflections-Self-evaluations using Success Criteria
Project OverviewPart B: Composition and Notation-Notation Exploration games (‘Vocal Vibes’
Bridges)
-Whole group demonstration of notation for Time composition-Small group opportunities to create notation for Four Seasons compositions-Student sharing of group notation with replaying of videos-Self-
and Peer-
evaluation
The Long and Winding Road....
A.Student EngagementDid they really learn anything?
Musical Learning-expanded confidence with vocalizing-improved understanding of the elements of music-developed understandings of process for composingNon-Musical Learning-increased concentration, teamwork, confidence and problem solving skills-improved social skills
B. Teacher EngagementDid we really learn anything?
Assessment and Evaluation-Benefits of Success Criteria-Student feedback-Self-evaluation-Descriptive feedback
Shaping the Activities-Abbreviation-Extensions-Banning wind-Brainstorming-Vocal warm-ups
Here Comes the Sun...
Next Steps-Extend notation to include regular notation-Extend improvisation to develop pitch singing-Change composition of groups and add more structure if engagement is affected by group and student dynamics-Include movement components to strengthen student responses-Encourage vocal exploration from Kindergarten onwards-Include more student-centered activities throughout music program