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    • DEMONSTRATION
    • Lesson 1 - Kick
    • Lesson 2 - Hi Hat
    • Lesson 3 - Snare
    • Lesson 4 - Basic Rock Beat
    • Lesson 5 - Toms and Crashes
    • Lesson 6 - PF Snare
    • Lesson 7 - Pop Beat
    • Lesson 9 - Tom Rolls
    • Lesson 11 - Styles
    • Lesson 15 - INWARD K SNARE
    • Lesson 18 - OPEN HI HAT HITS
  • SONGS
    • Be Still My Soul
    • Emotion
    • I Have Nothing
    • It Is Well
    • My God Fights For Me
    • Sing, Sing, Sing
    • Together
  • Rubrics
  • New Page
  • Assignments

STAGING PROJECT

You will each be assigned to a team to create appropriate movement or blocking for each song we will perform for the Showcase. 

This project is worth 50 points. Criteria will include:

Brainstorming - 6 points
​On Friday, January 22, you will divide into groups to begin brainstorming ideas for your assigned song.  Delegate tasks to each member of the group. Decide who will present the blocking to the class. Decide who will draw the stage plots, etc. Everyone must participate.

Workshop It - 6 points​
On Wednesday, January 27, each group will workshop their created blocking using rehearsal tracks. Determine any problem areas. Make sure that any soloists or featured singers are highlighted to assist audience in knowing who is singing (adlibs do not necessarily have to be featured). Stage plots must be written down and turned in as a part of your group project. (criteria continued below)
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STAGING TEAMS
Ain't No Mountain: Kelsey Rae Everman & Kelsey Nygren
Let's Get Loud: Ella Hickman & Riley Clark
Mr. Blue Sky: Gabby DuBois & Annagrace Rawls
Emotion: Annagrace Rawls & Macy Henning
I Have Nothing: Elle Noveshen, Jasmine Swain & Karley Nygren
It Is Well: Gabby DuBois
My God Fights For Me: Cody West & Jack West
​Sing, Sing, Sing: Brayden Watkins, Gabby DuBois, Daisy Urb & Caroline Breen
Together: Brooks Brown & Ella Hickman

Some people are naturally more skilled in envisioning and creating blocking/choreo. You may solicit help for your group from someone in another group if they agree to help, but you will be graded according to your assigned song.
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​​Creativity - 6 points - Is it different, yet effective? Is it inventive, interesting?  What college a cappella videos have you watched to gain inspiration? What ideas of your own can you incorporate?

Style - 6 points - Does the movement or blocking fit the style? Is there too much movement? Not enough? is there enough variety without being too complex? Does it evoke a feel associated with a particular era or genre? Can rhythmically-challenged members of the group perform the movement? Remember that a simple move, cleanly executed is often more interesting that a hot mess of movement. (criteria continued below)
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Written Stage Plot - 6 points - (IN INK) for each section of the song with initials clearly written for each formation. These will be posted on the website for reference.
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Presentation - 6 points (clear instruction to class for each segment of the blocking). There may be a different presenter for different segments.

Efficiency - 6 points - Can you teach the blocking within the time allocated? Do others in the group monitor time/progress, keeping class quiet and attentive?

Quality - 8 points - What is the overall quality of the blocking. Is is simple, but exceptional? Is it fun and engaging? Is it interesting? Is it reverant? Does it convey what is appropriate?

To conceive, plan,  and present blocking for the stage is more challenging than you may expect. It is important to work through any obstacles and practice your presentation. This should be a group effort. You will receive a group grade.
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Rubric for Staging Project (50 points)
  • Brainstorming Participation - 6 points
  • Workshop Participation - 6 points
  • Creativity - 6 points
  • Style - 6 points
  • Written Stage Plot - 6 points
  • Presentation - 6 points
  • Efficiency - 6 points
  • Quality - 8 points




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"Don't practice until you get it right. Practice until you can't get it wrong."
Ziad K Abdelnour
  • HOME
  • MUSIC PDFS
  • Dates
  • SONG LIST
  • LEARNING TRACKS
    • You Will Be Found
    • Brother
    • Fall in Love Alone
    • King of Kings
    • ABBA Medley
    • Joyful, Joyful
    • Made Me Glad
    • Sing!
    • Can't Help Falling in Love
    • Soul's Anthem
  • STUDIO
    • Sessions
    • Professionalism
    • Snacks and Water
    • Producer
    • School Work
  • Audition
  • SEASONAL LEARNING TRACKS
    • Away in a Manger
    • Where Are You Christmas?
    • We Wish You
  • Theory
  • Vocal Skills
    • Listen
    • Sight-Singing
    • Video Lighting
    • VIdeo Recording
    • Vocal Technique
    • Warm-Ups
  • Videos
  • The Singer's Mask
  • NATIONAL ANTHEM
  • FINAL EXAM
  • Parents
  • Dropbox Tips
  • Distance Learning
  • ARCHIVED
    • Showcase >
      • Wardrobe
    • Docs >
      • Calendar Count-Down
      • Retreat Info
      • Summer Letter
      • Class Policies and Procedures
    • BE WISE
    • Blocking
    • Blocking 2021
    • BLOCKING
    • Staging
    • Song Options 2020-21
    • List
    • Attention
    • I Knew You Were Trouble
    • I Want It That Way
    • The Majesty and Glory
    • Something In the Water
    • Still Rolling Stones
    • You Know My Name
    • Project Options
    • Song Options 2020
    • Part-Singing
    • The Breakup Song
    • Rise
    • This Is Where It All Begins
    • Fine By Me
    • For Once In My Life
    • Great Is Thy Faithfulness
    • Can't Sleep Love
    • You Say
    • What a Beautiful Name
    • Pretty Hurts
    • 2016-17 Song Options
    • Download Cards
    • Song Options 2018-19
    • The Color Purple
    • Songs to Consider
    • Part-Time Choral Director
    • Academy Juniors
  • VocalP
    • DEMONSTRATION
    • Lesson 1 - Kick
    • Lesson 2 - Hi Hat
    • Lesson 3 - Snare
    • Lesson 4 - Basic Rock Beat
    • Lesson 5 - Toms and Crashes
    • Lesson 6 - PF Snare
    • Lesson 7 - Pop Beat
    • Lesson 9 - Tom Rolls
    • Lesson 11 - Styles
    • Lesson 15 - INWARD K SNARE
    • Lesson 18 - OPEN HI HAT HITS
  • SONGS
    • Be Still My Soul
    • Emotion
    • I Have Nothing
    • It Is Well
    • My God Fights For Me
    • Sing, Sing, Sing
    • Together
  • Rubrics
  • New Page
  • Assignments