District 11 Division of Operations & Instruction
Performing Arts

Intermediate Percussion 1
Course Number: MU.INPER1

Overview
This is a Level II high school instrumental music class. Some playing experience is necessary to enroll in this class. Advanced students desiring to learn second instruments may enroll. Students in this class will learn basic musicianship in preparation for participation in band or orchestra. The pace of study will be rapid to benefit the dedicated student. A limited number of instruments may be available. Therefore, in most cases the student must provide his/her instrument as well as a method book.
Prerequisite: A Level I instrumental music class or teacher approval.

Course Length: 2 Quarters 
Grade Level: 9 - 12  Credit per Semester: 1
Additional Credit Information: Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Humanities or Elective)
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Enduring Understandings - important ideas that students should carry with them years beyond the instruction received this year.
  • Ability to perform on an instrument at Level II or beyond.
  • Ability to read Level II musical notation.
  • Ability to write basic musical notation.
  • Ability to identify and understand musical structure.

Essential Questions - most important “big picture” questions students should be able to answer after completing learning activities.

  • How does your instrument work? 
  • How do you learn to perform on your instrument?
  • How do you improve your performing?
  • How do you read music?

Sample Units

District 11 Diamond Units/Lessons Overview - includes information about the purpose, goals and structure of these sample instructional units:










 


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