At the end of the trimester, students will compile a portfolio in their MusicFirst.com account. Students may use the assessments already completed.
Students will bookmark 2 previous submissions and bookmark any new submissions (do-over recordings or new submissions). Students will list all recordings submissions on a portfolio index (word document) and upload to their musicfirst.com account under “T1 band portfolio index”.
Portfolios will be evaluated as follows:
| B (83) | Uses the trimester preparation assessments exactly as submitted previously |
| A- (90) |
Makes improvements in one or more assessments and submits the new recording(s) along with the original ones |
| A+ (97+) |
Submits the trimester preparation assessments plus at least one brand new one that the student chooses from ideas below. Also, the student makes improvements in one or more assessments and submits the new recording(s) along with the original ones |
Ideas for the new assessment in a student portfolio
- Record music of the student’s choosing (with or without background accompaniment)
- Review a favorite piece of music and include a link so Mr. Grush can hear.
- Write a piece of music using Noteflight.com, Soundation.com, or another tool of your choosing
- Listen to 3 different rehearsal recordings (of the same piece) and reflect on at least 3 specific skills we have improved. Also give advice on what more we can do to improve further.
- Reflect on your individual progress made this trimester including at least 3 specific skills that you have improved.
- Attend a live musical performance and write a review. List at least 3 titles and composers of pieces you hear as well as identify 3 specific skills that the performer has mastered.
- Tutor someone else on playing your band instrument. Write a reflection and include at least 3 specific skills that your student has improved
- Other ideas approved in advance by Mr. Grush