John Philip Sousa- Stars and Stripes Forever
Description:
This unit will introduce students to the great American composer John Philip Sousa. They will be learning about his life and accomplishments along with learning and performing a portion of Stars and Stripes which has been simplified for their skill level. When complete the students will have a greater understanding and appreciation of this great march and the March King.
Learning Targets:
Performing as a group, following musical notation in appropriate fashion.
Understand why the March King is an important American Composer.
Learn more of the historical era in which Sousa lived.
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