Concert Reflection 3 (Instructions)

Concert Reflection 3 (Instructions)

Reflection Topic 3: Music and Drama (CLO5)

Select one 2-3 minute song from a production of a Musical or Opera on YouTube or any virtual platform*. Reflect on the melody (Lesson 7 - LO7.1 & LO7.2) and various art forms presented in that performance, including dance, props, costumes, lighting, and acting (Lesson 10e-g - LO10.4). 

*If the video is longer than 3 minutes, you may select the start and stop points. 

Musical Example

The Lion King


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Opera Example

The Magic Flute by W. A. Mozart


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To receive concert reflection points, you are expected to complete the following:

  1. Submit the title of the song, name(s) of the performer(s), the video link and a 80 to 100-word reflection on Concert Reflection 3 (Submission) by Friday, October 20 at 5:00 PM.
    The penalty for late submission is a deduction of five (5) points per 24 hours after the due time. 
  2. The written reflection and required information should be completed using the "Virtual Concert Reflection 3" Download Virtual Concert Reflection 3" template Download template
  3. Attend The Concert Reflection meeting you signed-up for via Webex
  4. Give a 1-min introduction or reflection about your music selection at the Concert Reflection meeting. The content of your presentation could be the same as your written reflection.
  5. Actively listen to the music selections and participate in the group discussion at the Concert Reflection meeting. During the discussion, you will be asked to:
    • share your thoughts on how different art forms, such as music, drama, painting, poetry, and dance, are brought together to create a total work of art, known as Gesamtkunstwerk. (Lesson 10e - LO10.4)

It is important to actively participate in group discussions and engage in learning activities during the meeting. Respond promptly and accurately to all posted questions on the chat. Be respectful towards your classmates, ask questions, and make sure to retain the knowledge you have learned.

Concert Reflection Meetings Schedule

Tuesday, October 24 from 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM (central time)
Tuesday, October 24 from 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM (central time)
Wednesday, October 25 from 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM (central time)
Wednesday, October 25 from 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM (central time)
Thursday, October 26 from 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM (central time)
Thursday, October 26 from 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM (central time)

Sign-up is REQUIRED

You may sign up on Canvas “Calendar” 

  1. Click “Find Appointment.”
  2. Click the date/time of the Concert Reflection meeting you plan to attend.
  3. Click “Reserve.”

Canvas Student Guide 

Be punctual!

Meetings will be locked when the meeting starts. For the best learning experience, you are required to join the meeting with audio and video. In addition to a stable internet connection and adequate bandwidth, it is highly recommended using wired connection versus WiFi.

 Important

Contact the instructor BEFORE attending each Virtual Concert Reflection meeting IF you have issues with being on camera during the meetings.
Email the instructor: tstam@iastate.edu  

Grading Rubric

Grading Rubric
Criteria Total points: --- / 25

Music Selection and Written Reflection (Max= 10 points)

Demonstrated learning and understanding of the musical concepts

 

4 Points

Clearly understood the topic. Applied integrated musical concepts.

2-3 points

Showed a general understanding of the musical concepts. Statements are basic and descriptive.

1 point

Showed a limited understanding of the musical concepts. Used generic and ambiguous statements.

0 point

Showed a lack of understanding of the musical concepts. A simple restatement of the concept.

Accuracy and Relevance

 

4 points

Analysis and interpretation are accurate. Included only essential and relevant information.

2-3 points

Analysis and interpretation are accurate. Information is basic.

1 point

Analysis and interpretation are accurate. Some information is not relevant.

0 point

Analysis and interpretation are questionable and irrelevant.

Length

 

2 points

80-100 words

1 point

Less than 80 words.

0 point

The reflection is blank.

Virtual Concert Reflection Meeting (Max= 15 points)
Attendance (Max= 3 points)

Duration

3 points

50 minutes.

2 points

35 minutes.

1 point

20 minutes.

0 point

Absent.

Response to posted questions (Max= 12 points)

Quality

 

3 points

Response is exceptionally clear and well-organized, making it easy to understand.

2 points

Response is clear with a logical flow, but may have minor ambiguities.

1 point

Response is broadly accurate but it is confusing to understand.

0 point

No response.

Relevance

 

3 points

Response directly addresses the question with a deep understanding of the topic.

2 points

Response is related to the question and shows a good grasp of the topic.

1 point

Response is somewhat related to the question but lacks depth.

0 point

No response.

Contribution to Learning

 

3 points

Response demonstrates critical thinking and presents creative approaches to the topic.

2 points

Response shows an attempt at critical thinking and some attempt to present relevant viewpoints.

 1 point

Response shows basic understanding.

 

0 point

No response.

Participation

3 points

Reflective, and respectful of other’s remarks. Attempts to motivate the group discussion.

2 points

Appropriate comments and responds respectfully to other’s remarks.

1 point

Participate, but with minimum effort. (e.g. “I agree.”)

0 point

No participation

Using Webex in your Canvas course 

To use the Webex tool in your Canvas course, click on the Webex link in your Canvas course navigation. Then, you will be able to access your virtual meetings.

 Click the "play" button to watch a video about how to join a Webex meeting:

Learn more about Webex. Links to an external site.


References
Disney on Broadway (2015, November 18) Circle of Life in 360 | The Lion King on Broadway. YouTube: https://youtu.be/7T57kzGQGto?si=qryCWBi4VhBiMVSF
Royal Opera House (2019, October 02) The Magic Flute- Der Vogelfanger bin Ich Ja (Mozart; Roderick Williams). YouTube: https://youtu.be/U6S9cQNbENI?si=fDisKG38hg_ueaMF