Question Description
Concert Response Format
- The Basics: The date and time of the concert, the name and description of the performer(s) you saw and heard.
- Describe the venue, the performers, the instrumentation, the audience, and the content of the program, and the circumstances of the performance. If it is a large ensemble, please do not list all of the performers. This information is usually contained in the program, so there is no need for you to reiterate it. At most you can list the director/conductor, concert master, and section leaders. For smaller ensemble (2-8 members) it is okay name them all. If you draw out a seating arrangement for the instruments, which I encourage you to do, be aware that it does not contribute to the length of your paper. You still need to write at least 3 full pages and please don’t use any of those grade school tricks to make your paper seem longer (large margins, strange spacing, large fonts, etc., etc., etc.)
- Choose one or two pieces that interested you the most, and discuss at more length the pieces that interested you most on the program, considering your reaction to them in the light of the historical material and information of this class. The object is not to consider the pieces either âgoodâ or âbad,â but to thoughtfully describe and consider your reaction to them as a work in light of historical and technical knowledge. Use concepts covered in the course, such as unity and variety, structure, purpose, tempo, volume, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, historical period and context, etc.
- Choose one piece and write a one-paragraph biography of the composer of the piece that you have chosen. Properly cite the reference material you use as footnotes using the Chicago Style of citation and bibliography. If the information is not provided in a program, ask one of the performers. Musicians are typically very willing to talk to the audience members. If the work is anonymous, write a one-paragraph description of the workâs genre (e.g. symphony, jazz standard, sonata, traditional folk song, verismo opera, etc.)
- Describe the performance of this work, and the audienceâs (and your) reactions to it. Was the concert well received? Did you enjoy the concert? Why or why not?
- Consider the performance of the concert as a whole and your experience of it with your broader thinking about music and musicking.
- You all have personalities and opinions, use them. Your papers will be much better if you do.
Rubric
Concert response rubric ’18 (1)
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength and format3 full pages in essay form, 12 point font, double spaced, standard margins, etc. |
10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitationsProper use and format of Chicago style footnotes and bibliography |
5.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling and grammar |
10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBasic descriptionDate, time, venue, name, instrumentation, audience, etc. |
5.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExamination and analysisExamination and analysis of chosen piece or pieces |
15.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBiographyShort composer biography or historical discussion of genre |
10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall contentUnderstanding of concepts, correct use of terminology, critical thinking, and cohesive and substantive material |
15.0 pts |
Concert Response FormatThe Basics: The date and time of the concert, the name and description of the performer(s) you saw and heard.Describe the venue, the performers, the instrumentation, the audience, and the content of the program, and the circumstances of the performance. If it is a large ensemble, please do not list all of the performers. This information is usually contained in the program, so there is no need for you to reiterate it. At most you can list the director/conductor, concert master, and section leaders. For smaller ensemble (2-8 members) it is okay name them all. If you draw out a seating arrangement for the instruments, which I encourage you to do, be aware that it does not contribute to the length of your paper. You still need to write at least 3 full pages and please don’t use any of those grade school tricks to make your paper seem longer (large margins, strange spacing, large fonts, etc., etc., etc.) Choose one or two pieces that interested you the most, and discuss at more length the pieces that interested you most on the program, considering your reaction to them in the light of the historical material and information of this class. The object is not to consider the pieces either âgoodâ or âbad,â but to thoughtfully describe and consider your reaction to them as a work in light of historical and technical knowledge. Use concepts covered in the course, such as unity and variety, structure, purpose, tempo, volume, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, historical period and context, etc. Choose one piece and write a one-paragraph biography of the composer of the piece that you have chosen. Properly cite the reference material you use as footnotes using the Chicago Style of citation and bibliography. If the information is not provided in a program, ask one of the performers. Musicians are typically very willing to talk to the audience members. If the work is anonymous, write a one-paragraph description of the workâs genre (e.g. symphony, jazz standard, sonata, traditional folk song, verismo opera, etc.)Describe the performance of this work, and the audienceâs (and your) reactions to it. Was the concert well received? Did you enjoy the concert? Why or why not?Consider the performance of the concert as a whole and your experience of it with your broader thinking about music and musicking.You all have personalities and opinions, use them. Your papers will be much better if you do. RubricConcert response rubric ’18 (1)Concert response rubric ’18 (1)CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength and format3 full pages in essay form, 12 point font, double spaced, standard margins, etc.10.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitationsProper use and format of Chicago style footnotes and bibliography5.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling and grammar10.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBasic descriptionDate, time, venue, name, instrumentation, audience, etc.5.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExamination and analysisExamination and analysis of chosen piece or pieces15.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBiographyShort composer biography or historical discussion of genre10.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall contentUnderstanding of concepts, correct use of terminology, critical thinking, and cohesive and substantive material15.0 pts
