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Lynbrook Union Free School District
Music — Scope & Sequence
Secondary Curriculum Overview, Grades 6–12
What is a scope & sequence? This page outlines, course by course, the units of study your child will experience in Music, roughly how long each unit takes, and how it connects to New York State learning standards and the district's Profile of the Owl skills. Tap any course below to see the full table of units, including the supports and accommodations available to students.
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Chorus 6-8 Band 6-8 Orchestra 6-8 Mixed Chorus Concert Choir Symphonic Band Wind Ensemble Orchestra AP Music TheoryChorus 6-8 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Vocal technique, sight-reading, ensemble performance, music literacy, concerts (Winter & Spring), solo/ensemble participation | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1 (Creating), 2 (Performing), 3 (Responding), 4 (Connecting) |
Creative & Critical Thinking: interpreting musicCollaboration: ensemble workLife Readiness: performance preparation
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Small group instruction, alternative repertoire, extended practice time, visual aids for music notation |
Band 6-8 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Instrumental technique, sight-reading, ensemble performance, concerts (Winter, Spring, Memorial Day Parade), jazz band participation, solo festivals | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Creative & Critical Thinking: reading and performing musicCollaboration: band ensembleLife Readiness: teamwork & rehearsal discipline
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Sectionals, modified instruments, visual cues, extended rehearsal time, adapted parts |
Orchestra 6-8 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | String technique, ensemble performance, sight-reading, concerts (Winter & Spring), chamber orchestra participation, solo festivals | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Creative & Critical Thinking: interpreting musical scoresCollaboration: orchestral ensembleLife Readiness: performing in public settings
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Sectionals, simplified parts, visual aids, adaptive instruments, extended rehearsal time |
Mixed Chorus 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Advanced vocal technique, choral literature, daily ensemble participation, solo opportunities, NYSSMA Solo Festival | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Creative & Critical Thinking: interpreting repertoireCollaboration: ensemble performanceLeadership: mentoring peers
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One-on-one lessons, modified repertoire, additional rehearsal support |
Concert Choir 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Advanced choral literature, ensemble balance, solo/ensemble performance, participation in Mixed Chorus, NYSSMA Solo Festival | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Collaboration: ensemble cohesionCreative & Critical Thinking: complex repertoireLeadership: peer mentoring
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Sectionals, adapted parts, individual support, extended rehearsal time |
Symphonic Band 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Instrumental technique, ensemble performance, marching band participation, concerts, parades | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Collaboration: ensemble and marching coordinationLife Readiness: public performance skillsCreative Thinking: musical interpretation
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Sectionals, adapted parts, visual cues, extended rehearsal time |
Wind Ensemble 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Advanced instrumental technique, ensemble performance, marching band participation, NYSSMA Level V & VI literature | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Collaboration: ensemble balance and leadershipCreative Thinking: advanced music analysisLife Readiness: performance under pressure
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Sectionals, modified parts, extended practice time, individualized instruction |
Orchestra 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Advanced instrumental technique, ensemble performance, string and full symphony orchestra music, NYSSMA level V literature | NYSED Arts Standards: Music Standard 1–4 |
Collaboration: large ensemble coordinationCreative & Critical Thinking: interpreting orchestral repertoireLife Readiness: performance discipline, time management, schedule management, communication
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Sectionals, adapted parts, visual cues, use of color coding, extended rehearsal time, individualized instruction |
AP Music Theory 1 unit
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection | Support & Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Rhythm, harmony, notation, aural skills, improvisation, composition, music history, scales, keys, intervals, chord structures, counterpoint, music notation software | College Board AP Music Theory Standards |
Creative & Critical Thinking: composition & analysisLife Readiness: independent learningGlobal Awareness: music history & cultural context
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Extended time on assignments, individualized instruction, technology-assisted notation, scaffolded composition tasks |