Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 22 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Evaluate Performances with Evidence Evaluate Grade 7 orchestra performances using tone, intonation, rhythm, bow unity, expression, and balance criteria, citing evidence to guide growth.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 21 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Compare Interpretations Compare two recordings of the same Grade 7 string work to identify evidence-based differences in tempo, dynamics, articulation/bowing, phrasing, and ensemble unity, then apply those insights to improve interpretation and ensemble performance decisions.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 20 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Tone Color & Instrument Roles Grade 7 orchestra unit exploring tone color, bowing, string roles, and texture to shape character, meaning, and expressive performance choices.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 19 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Form, Contrast & Unity in Repertoire Grade 7 orchestra unit analyzing melody, rhythm, texture, tempo, and form to reveal contrast, unity, and musical meaning for expressive performance.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 18 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Share Your Composition Grade 7 orchestra students perform a final original composition, demonstrating accurate pitch, rhythm, tone, and ensemble awareness while explaining how tempo, dynamics, bowing, and phrasing communicate expressive intent in a Composition Showcase.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 17 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Rehearsal Strategy Lab Grade 7 orchestra unit uses metronome work, looping, and section rehearsal strategies to improve accuracy, entrances, and ensemble unity.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 16 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Interpretation Tools—Tone, Phrasing, Style Grade 7 orchestra unit explores tone color, phrasing, dynamics, and articulation to shape interpretation and communicate musical meaning.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 15 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Revision Studio—Intonation & Playability Grade 7 orchestra students revise their original music using clear criteria (accuracy, intonation, playability, bow control, expressive clarity), document changes, and explain how each revision improves performance and musical expression.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 14 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Notation with Bowings Grade 7 orchestra unit teaches students to notate pitch, rhythm, dynamics, phrasing, and bowings so peers can clearly read and perform their music.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 13 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Musical Form—AB, ABA, Variation Compose a Grade 7 string piece in AB or ABA form, using contrast and variation to clearly organize ideas and express musical intent.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 12 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Motives & Melody Writing Compose a Grade 7 string melody in a given key and meter using clear motives, contour, repetition/variation, and a strong tonic resolution—then perform, share, and reflect.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 11 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Improvisation in Style Grade 7 orchestra unit builds improvisation skills using scale pitch sets and rhythm to create expressive phrases that match mood and musical style.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 10 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Finger Patterns & Shifting Readiness Grade 7 orchestra unit builds left-hand accuracy through finger patterns and shifting readiness, linking key signatures, notation, and intonation.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 9 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Early Performance Check Grade 7 orchestra unit builds ensemble cohesion through an early performance check, emphasizing steady tempo, unified bowing, improved intonation, tone, and professional etiquette/section leadership.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 8 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Record, Reflect, Improve Grade 7 orchestra unit uses rehearsal recordings and feedback to set goals, refine intonation, rhythm, tone, and bow unity.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 7 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Bowing Articulation Styles Grade 7 orchestra unit explores legato, detaché, and spiccato to shape phrasing, tone color, and expressive interpretation skills in performance.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 6 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Bowing Unity & Tone Color Grade 7 orchestra unit strengthens bowing unity and tone color by aligning shared bowings, articulations, and section roles so the ensemble plays with blended, consistent tone and clear musical character.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 5 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Ensemble Timing & Clean Entrances Grade 7 orchestra unit builds ensemble timing, internal pulse, and clean entrances using counting, cues, and rehearsal strategies.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 4 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Reading Upgrade—Rhythm & Key Skills Grade 7 orchestra unit strengthens rhythm reading, key signatures, and finger patterns to build confident, steady sight-reading.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 3 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Intonation & Finger Pattern Accuracy Grade 7 orchestra unit improves intonation using drones, finger patterns, and rehearsal strategies to boost accuracy and ensemble unity.
Paid-members only Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 2 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Technique Refinement Grade 7 orchestra technique unit strengthens posture, instrument setup, bow hold, and left-hand shape through daily drills, self-check tools, and short repertoire applications to build steadier tone, better endurance, and more reliable intonation.
Grade 7 Orchestra Units Unit Plan 1 (Grade 7 Orchestra): Orchestra Culture & Leadership Grade 7 orchestra unit builds positive ensemble culture through etiquette, section roles, and goal-setting, linking student identity to leadership and musical growth.