President's Own
Discussion
Write your response in the padlet below.
- The musicians of “The President’s Own” gave many reasons for their love of playing music. Can you name one that you agreed with and explain how it relates to you?
- The musicians in the woodwind quintet talked about the important role music plays while dancing. What are some other things that you do while listening to music? How often do you hear music throughout your day?
- Have you ever seen a live performance by professional musicians? What group did you see? What did you like most about it?
- The musicians in these ensembles did not have a conductor. Describe some ways in which you think they were able to stay together while performing. How might it be different to play in a woodwind quintet, brass quintet, or percussion ensemble than in a full band?
What year is it?
Choose one of the following pieces and write about what was happening in the world during the year it was composed. Include who was serving as President of the United States, one fact about this President, and at least one major world event.
Share outloud!
Fractalia by Owen Clayton Condon, 2011
“Tonight” from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein, 1957
Allegro con Spirito from Six Bagatelles for Wind Quintet by György Ligeti, 1953
Allegro ben moderato from Quintet, Opus 43 by Carl Nielsen, 1922
Contradanza from Aires Tropicales by Paquito D’Rivera, 1994
Share outloud!
Fractalia by Owen Clayton Condon, 2011
“Tonight” from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein, 1957
Allegro con Spirito from Six Bagatelles for Wind Quintet by György Ligeti, 1953
Allegro ben moderato from Quintet, Opus 43 by Carl Nielsen, 1922
Contradanza from Aires Tropicales by Paquito D’Rivera, 1994
Reflection
As you watch the video, pay special attention to the musician from “The President’s Own” who plays your instrument. Notice their sound, posture, breath, preparatory movements, and overall demeanor. Write response in padlet below.
- Describe something you liked about the sound the musician was able to achieve on your instrument. (tone, articulation, clarity, or intonation.)
- What is one thing that you would like to improve about your playing? List two concrete ways you could practice this aspect of your playing.
- List two questions you have for the musicians from “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band who appeared in the video.
Padlet
Include your name, instrument, and class (BB, CB, SWE)!
https://midpacificinstitute.padlet.org/jeremylawi/USMBreflection
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