Why Study Music?There are many different reasons…

Brainstorm

Draw two circles on your paper so that they overlap.

Brainstorm In one circle, without looking at the answers

of the people next to you, take a minute to write down what you think is the answer to this question… Who are your favorite music artists

and why? Write down as many as you want!

Brainstorm Pair up with the person next to you and put their answers

in the other circle. Discuss the answers you have. If you both agree that the group is “good” put the name

in the center of the circle. If you disagree discuss why you like or dislike the

group. Only groups that both of you agree on can be added to

the center. You have 5 minutes.

Brain Storm – Favorite Music

Brainstorm Using the back of the paper list the reasons

why you both chose the performers that you did. Provide at least four reasons.

Place your names on the paper and pass it in.

Why Study Music? It is a chance to discover a new way to

express yourself. By the end of the 8 week term, you will have

written and performed your own piece of music. You will also be able to play several pieces of

music on the piano.

Why Study Music? It develops self-discipline and is like

learning a second language. Music uses its own form of notation. You will

learn the basics in how to use this language.

Why Study Music? It is entertaining whether listening or

playing.

We all experience music throughout our day.

Why Study Music? It is shared by communities and other

social groups.

Most cultures in the world have music which represent the society.

Why Study Music? It helps you discriminate between

poor musicianship and quality musicianship. This course will give you the tools and

vocabulary to distinguish what you like and why you like it.

Why Study Music? It gives you something you can do for

the rest of your life.

For some, music can become a life-long passion.

Why do I think students should study music?

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