GRADE 12 MUSIC STRAND

Learning Plan 1 for Playing Trumpet from 20th Century to Contemporary/Popular Music style and context

Topic: Introduction to trumpet III. Values Integration V. Synthesis

History, parts of the trumpet and its purpose
Shows interest and enthusiasm in A trumpet is a blown musical
I. Objectives learning the different kinds and its parts instrument commonly used
and learn how to handle on its first use. in classical and jazz ensembles. The
1. Introduce the brief history of trumpet. trumpet group contains the instruments
2. Identify the different parts of trumpet and IV. Learning Experiences with the highest register in
its functions the brass family.
3. Demonstrate proper use of trumpet. A. Watch videos playing the
trumpet family. Trumpets are used in art music styles, for
II. References/Resource B. Describe the brief history of instance in orchestras, concert bands,
trumpet. and jazz ensembles, as well as in popular
Arban's Complete Conservatory Method for C. Explain the parts of trumpet and music.
Trumpet by Jb Arban, Courier Corporation p. 8-13. discuss its functions and
purposes. VI. Evaluation
Overview of Trumpet family: D. Demonstrate how a trumpet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UxaeYoDtdA sound/watch videos about 1. Discuss the trumpet as part of the
sounding a trumpet. Brass Family in an orchestra or
E. Demonstrate proper handling of marching band.
Mr. Selfridge discussion on handling trumpet for trumpet and proper posture. 2. Identifying the different parts of
the first time and the parts of trumpet: trumpet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_IOGR87fbE 3. Know the purpose and function
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiaYGI6o9Xs of each parts
4. Class assessment on holding the
trumpet using proper posture.
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Learning Plan 2 for Playing Trumpet from 20th Century to Contemporary/Popular Music style and context

Topic: Producing sound on a trumpet. IV. Learning Experiences V. Synthesis

Proper embouchure, lip buzzing and blowing and A. Develop proper breathing habits The role of a trumpet player in any
tonguing techniques and achieving good intonation. through series of exercises ensemble is diverse and demanding.
B. Learn the four Ps: Careful attention must be taken at all
I. Objectives - Pucker times to prepare for the difficulties and
- Pressure challenges that arise on a daily basis,
1. Exhibit developing tone quality - Position both as a trumpeter and as a musician.
2. Demonstrate basic articulation - Push This compendium is designed to enable
3. Establish clear tone, relaxed playing to C. Exhibit blowing skills for the student to develop confidence in his
achieve good sound. trumpet: or her abilities as a musician, both in the
- Free/Lip Buzzing ensemble and/or solo.
II. References/Resource - Lip Bends
- Pedal Tones VI. Evaluation
“The Trumpet Players’ Compendium” by Dr. Brian A. - Breath Attacks 1. Individual demonstration of
Shook, Assistant Professor of Trumpet - Whisper Tones producing good sound in a
Lamar University, p. 3-8. - Pop Tones trumpet (open valves)
- Lip Slurs 2. Dividing the class into 2 small
Mr. Selfridge discuss how to make your first sound - “K” Tonguing groups to work together as a
on a trumpet: - Flutter Tonguing team to create rhythmic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HLdKcNoAWo - Breathing Gym patterns in class.
D. Produce open sound (No valves 3. Group Activity: On producing
III. Values Integration pressed, C and G) trumpet’s sound, a one note
E. Integrate rhythmic patterns with different rhythmic patterns
Discipline is important in learning instrument. To will be assign to each group to
achieve good blowing skills in trumpet, student form a simple ensemble of
must have a routine; exercises that will develop trumpet.
techniques to be used in producing good sound.
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Learning Plan 3 for Playing Trumpet from 20th Century to Contemporary/Popular Music style and context

Topic: Introducing scales, intervals and IV. Learning Experiences V. Synthesis

patterns and arpeggios on playing trumpet
A. Introduce the three valves on the Having good foundation on playing
I. Objectives trumpet; it functions and purpose. trumpet is having discipline in doing
B. Blow and recognize note/notes routine and exercises, applying all
1. Familiarizing proper fingering to produces in each valves. necessary preparation to produce good
produce notes on trumpet. C. Familiarize the fingering chart of a sound and good intonation.
2. Learn to play scale; simple 5-note scale trumpet. Learning and mastering scales and
to complete major scale and 12 D. Practice combination of 2 or more arpeggios will lead to smooth playing and
chromatic tones. notes produce on a trumpet and prepare the student to more technical
3. Introduce simple arpeggios and recognize their pitches (ear plays.
applications. training).
E. Learn to play scale; simple 5-note VI. Evaluation
II. References/Resource scale to complete major scale. 1. Individually, students will perform
F. Do the routine constantly to a major scale and an arpeggio on
Arban's Complete Conservatory Method for master fingerings. a trumpet (C major/Bb Concert
Trumpet by Jb Arban, Courier Corporation, p. G. Group Activity: create 2 measures pitch).
15-20; 40-6 of each 5-note scales on a 2. Practical assessment by teacher
Rubank Trumpet Elementary Method, p. 5-10; trumpet. on proper handling, posture, and
16-30 technique.
3. Group activity: create 2 measures
III. Values Integration of each 5-note scales on a
Persistence in producing good sounds on a trumpet.
trumpet is showing good signs to achieve
trumpet playing. Constant practice the routine
to achieve good foundation in playing trumpet;
recognize pitches to develop ear training on
playing the trumpet.
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Learning Plan 4 for Playing Trumpet from 20th Century to Contemporary/Popular Music style and context

Topic: Transposition and sight reading IV. Learning Experiences A note is usually cracked when the note is
not heard prior to it being sounded.
I. Objectives A. Introduce the art of transposition. Consistent practice of transposition will
B. Discuss its importance and greatly reduce the chances of cracking or
1. Introduce the concept of transposition. theoretical foundations. splitting notes because it trains their ears
2. Application of transposition on playing C. Discuss the types of transposition to be more active in the process of
trumpet. in playing trumpet. reading and hearing music.
3. Attaining fluency in transposition to - Interval transposition
facilitate agility. - Clef Transposition VI. Evaluation
- Combination of interval and
II. References/Resource clef transposition 1. Dividing the class into 2 small
“The Trumpet Players’ Compendium” by Dr. D. Mastering the transposition chart groups to work as a team in
Brian A. Shook, Assistant Professor of Trumpet E. Practice Rubank exercises no. 80- preparing to perform 3 exercises
Lamar University, p. 18-22. 100 from the book: Rubank Trumpet
F. Perform this into class; solo and Elementary Method.
Rubank Trumpet Elementary Method, p. 80- ensemble 2. Listening and written assessment
100 on transposition.
V. Synthesis 3. Group Activity: present the 3
exercises in class.
III. Values Integration Of the many types of exercises for
technique and facility on the trumpet, the
Having knowledge in transposition make a best exercise for ear training is
skillful trumpet players. This possesses greater transposition. The purpose of
knowledge in music and make trumpet playing transposition is to address the student’s
grown and developed. overall musicianship by developing the
mind and ear.
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Learning Plan 5 for Playing Trumpet from 20th Century to Contemporary Popular Music style and context

Topic: Introduction to playing trumpet in 20th Learning Experiences of altered chords and extended
Century style and context. chords in 1940s-era Bebop jazz.
A. Watch video on trumpet players Composers and songwriters
I. Objectives in the 20th Century experimented with new musical styles,
1. Introduce the music genres of 20th Century; B. Discuss 20th Century Music: such as genre fusions.
history, prevailing themes; known - History
composers etc. - Music Genres VI. Evaluation
2. Introduce trumpet playing in styles of 20th - Known Composers
Century music. - Popular 20th Century 1. Written assessment recognizing
3. Play simple pieces in style of 20th Century. Compositions genres of 20th Century music
C. Explain the differences of each themes and character provided
II. References/Resource genres to other period of music. by the teacher.
Johannes Faber in concert, Beautiful trumpet solo, D. Introduce simple trumpet pieces 2. Individual simple 20th Century
Assolo di tromba jazz from 20th Century. pieces for trumpet to be given to
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0nywDk2Osc E. Perform each pieces Individually given to each student for a
and in an ensemble in class performance.
Concise history of 20th Century Music by Graham 3. An Ensemble performance will
Hearn, p. 16-25 V. Synthesis be rendered showcasing 20th
Century simple pieces.
Musical Giants of the 20th Century Trumpet: The 20th century saw dramatic
http://www.interlude.hk/front/musical-giants- innovations in musical forms and styles.
20th-century-trumpets/ Composers and songwriters explored
new forms and sounds that challenged
IV. Values Integration the previously accepted rules of music of
earlier periods, such as the use
Recognize the trumpet is one dominated musical
instrument during this period. Show respect and
interest in learning this instrument of style and
context of 20th Century.