Hello, All!
Just a reminder to those who need to BEGIN blogging---we are in week #7, and half of the studio has yet to begin this requirement. Your final grade will be affected by one half letter, so make sure you fulfill this easy requirement!
Also, memory tests are next week. You will be required to sing your "assigned" songs by memory.
One more reminder: those going on tour will need to make up their lesson time (Thursday: Will, Eric, Doug, and Mary; Wednesday: Stephanie, Carl, Katie B., Austin, and Jamie). Come by my office ASAP to get a spot----first come, first served.
Stay healthy, sing wisely, and represent WSC well!!!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Keep these things in mind....
Hello, All!
Three weeks stand between you and mid-term break at this moment, and that means three weeks to polish up those first assigned songs for your memory test.
Keep in mind that you should be blogging once a week, that you should be working on your translations, biographies, and items for your end of the semester notebook.
Those giving a recital: your first draft of program notes are due at the time of your jury. If you have yet to get me your senior/junior recital request form and a printed order of your program, you need to do this ASAP. Technically it should be turned in two weeks before your jury....which is coming up fast!
If anyone would like to attend my recital this week in Norfolk, it is held at the Johnny Carson theater at 7pm. Admission is free!
Other than that, keep working and doing such a fabulous job!
Dr. H.
Three weeks stand between you and mid-term break at this moment, and that means three weeks to polish up those first assigned songs for your memory test.
Keep in mind that you should be blogging once a week, that you should be working on your translations, biographies, and items for your end of the semester notebook.
Those giving a recital: your first draft of program notes are due at the time of your jury. If you have yet to get me your senior/junior recital request form and a printed order of your program, you need to do this ASAP. Technically it should be turned in two weeks before your jury....which is coming up fast!
If anyone would like to attend my recital this week in Norfolk, it is held at the Johnny Carson theater at 7pm. Admission is free!
Other than that, keep working and doing such a fabulous job!
Dr. H.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Keep Blogging!
Hello, Hepworth Studio!
I just wanted to send out a few reminders..... but first, I wanted to express my excitement to be working with such a strong and talented group of people. This might be our best semester yet!
Some things to keep in mind:
1. BLOG--once a week; include your assignments, your reflections about practice and performance, and your worries or concerns about repertoire and/or technique (if applicable).
2. Start working on your character studies.
3. All copied music is due to Phil by the end of this week....your grade will be reduced.
4. We only have 12 weeks (after this week) left in the semester...divide this by your total songs, and that should give you a good idea of how many you have to memorize per week.
5. Senior recitals---get your jury scheduled and turn in your Junior/Senior recital request form ASAP.
6. Keep track of which Tuesdays you sing---get those to the office before noon on Mondays!
7. Keep up the good work---we are off to a running start!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
I just wanted to send out a few reminders..... but first, I wanted to express my excitement to be working with such a strong and talented group of people. This might be our best semester yet!
Some things to keep in mind:
1. BLOG--once a week; include your assignments, your reflections about practice and performance, and your worries or concerns about repertoire and/or technique (if applicable).
2. Start working on your character studies.
3. All copied music is due to Phil by the end of this week....your grade will be reduced.
4. We only have 12 weeks (after this week) left in the semester...divide this by your total songs, and that should give you a good idea of how many you have to memorize per week.
5. Senior recitals---get your jury scheduled and turn in your Junior/Senior recital request form ASAP.
6. Keep track of which Tuesdays you sing---get those to the office before noon on Mondays!
7. Keep up the good work---we are off to a running start!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
A few reminders
Hello, All! I hope you enjoyed the first week of class---it has been a pleasure to read your blogs, assignments, and lesson plans thus far this week. I wanted to send you a couple of reminders for next week of class:
1. For your first journal article, please choose a peer-reviewed journal (digital OR hard copy)--it should be from Teaching Music or the Journal of Music Education. If you find another interesting journal article and are unsure about its validity, just shoot me an email.
2. Remember to bring your recorder next Tuesday---we will be beginning learning the recorder. Please review musictheory.net to ensure that you know the names of the lines and spaces on the treble clef staff. We will be moving sequentially, but quickly, so come prepared.
3. Please keep in mind that every assignment is important and has a purpose....if you are continuing to read the lecture notes, the hand-outs in class, and assigned reading from your texts, you will find that there is a culminating theme---much of this course is "active learning"---my role as a facilitator, and your role as a life-long learner. Think of college as your chance to "train" for teaching rather than just another place to finish assignments, get "through" a class, and get your degree.
An interesting article to read about discovering your own learning style (as well as shedding some light on the learning styles of your future students) discusses the Myers-Briggs model for student learning:
http://www2.gsu.edu/~dschjb/wwwmbti.html
(Hint: this would be an excellent article to print off for your portfolio):-)
Have a wonderful weekend, and I am looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!
Dr. H.
1. For your first journal article, please choose a peer-reviewed journal (digital OR hard copy)--it should be from Teaching Music or the Journal of Music Education. If you find another interesting journal article and are unsure about its validity, just shoot me an email.
2. Remember to bring your recorder next Tuesday---we will be beginning learning the recorder. Please review musictheory.net to ensure that you know the names of the lines and spaces on the treble clef staff. We will be moving sequentially, but quickly, so come prepared.
3. Please keep in mind that every assignment is important and has a purpose....if you are continuing to read the lecture notes, the hand-outs in class, and assigned reading from your texts, you will find that there is a culminating theme---much of this course is "active learning"---my role as a facilitator, and your role as a life-long learner. Think of college as your chance to "train" for teaching rather than just another place to finish assignments, get "through" a class, and get your degree.
An interesting article to read about discovering your own learning style (as well as shedding some light on the learning styles of your future students) discusses the Myers-Briggs model for student learning:
http://www2.gsu.edu/~dschjb/wwwmbti.html
(Hint: this would be an excellent article to print off for your portfolio):-)
Have a wonderful weekend, and I am looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!
Dr. H.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Introduce Yourself!
Hello, All! I am re-posting this blog because the previous blog seems to have disappeared.
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
MUS 214---Philosophies and Assignments
Hello, All!
I have been thoroughly enjoying your posts and assignments. I hope that the comments made on your blogs give you another perspective. The philosophies look good---think more about stating YOUR beliefs as well as proof of how you will implement your beliefs into your classroom. I saw several "autobiographies" as well as what teachers "should do" rather than a personal belief system. Most schools will ask for a personal statement (autobiography), an application letter (a brief summation of resume as well as philosophy), and a philosophy. Two great music philosophers were David Elliot and Bennett Reimer. They have contrasting/conflicting philosophies about music education, but each list fundamental beliefs as well as examples of how those basic beliefs would be applied in the classroom. If you feel like "Google-ing" these two individuals, you will find many examples of their basic philosophical beliefs.
Take time to truly explore your belief system---if you are not sure exactly what you believe, that is acceptable as well.....this is your opportunity to develop a philosophy that will define your journey as a future educator.
See you tomorrow!
Dr. Hepworth
I have been thoroughly enjoying your posts and assignments. I hope that the comments made on your blogs give you another perspective. The philosophies look good---think more about stating YOUR beliefs as well as proof of how you will implement your beliefs into your classroom. I saw several "autobiographies" as well as what teachers "should do" rather than a personal belief system. Most schools will ask for a personal statement (autobiography), an application letter (a brief summation of resume as well as philosophy), and a philosophy. Two great music philosophers were David Elliot and Bennett Reimer. They have contrasting/conflicting philosophies about music education, but each list fundamental beliefs as well as examples of how those basic beliefs would be applied in the classroom. If you feel like "Google-ing" these two individuals, you will find many examples of their basic philosophical beliefs.
Take time to truly explore your belief system---if you are not sure exactly what you believe, that is acceptable as well.....this is your opportunity to develop a philosophy that will define your journey as a future educator.
See you tomorrow!
Dr. Hepworth
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Welcome MUS 214!
Hello, class!
I am so excited for the next few weeks---I hope your lives are changed and your views on education are challenged throughout our journey together. You have the power to change lives---I hope you leave WSC refreshed and energetic about the number of lives you will reach and change as future educators!
Best of luck for the next few weeks---remember, I am here to serve you!
Dr. Hepworth
I am so excited for the next few weeks---I hope your lives are changed and your views on education are challenged throughout our journey together. You have the power to change lives---I hope you leave WSC refreshed and energetic about the number of lives you will reach and change as future educators!
Best of luck for the next few weeks---remember, I am here to serve you!
Dr. Hepworth
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