Music Achievement Worksheet Division 3 Ages 12 to 14

I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor whose name appears below. They have my permission to participate in this program. I have read and understand the SCA’s Policies affecting Youth and been provided with a copy of “How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse”. Signature of Parent or Guardian: Date:

I desire that the Achievement Token, when eligible to be worn, be presented in the following manner by/at: ( ) Privately, by the parent/guardian ( ) At a local group event at the discretion of the Group Seneschal ( ) At a Baronial Event at the discretion of the Territorial Baron/Baroness ( ) At a Kingdom or Principality Level Event at the discretion of the Crown

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Many instruments used to perform medieval still exist today, but in different and typically more technologically developed forms. The flute was once made of wood rather than silver or other metal, and could be made as a side-blown or end-blown instrument. While modern orchestral flutes are usually made of metal and have complex key mechanisms, medieval flutes had holes that the performer had to cover with the fingers (as with the recorder). The recorder was made of wood during the Medieval era, and despite the fact that today, it may be made of synthetic materials, it has more or less retained its past form. The gemshorn is similar to the recorder as it has finger holes on its front, though it is actually a member of the ocarina family. One of the flute's predecessors, the , was popular in medieval times, and is possibly of Hellenic origin. This instrument's pipes were made of wood, and were graduated in length to produce different pitches.

The bowed lyra of the was the first recorded European bowed . The Persian geographer Ibn Khurradadhbih of the 9th century (d. 911) cited the Byzantine lyra, in his lexicographical discussion of instruments as a bowed instrument equivalent to the Arab rabāb and typical instrument of the Byzantines along with the urghun (organ), shilyani (probably a type of or ) and the salandj (probably a bagpipe). The hurdy-gurdy was (and still is) a mechanical using a rosined wooden wheel attached to a crank to "bow" its strings. Instruments without sound boxes like the jaw harp were also popular in the time. Early versions of the organ, (or ), and a precursor to the modern trombone (called the sackbut) existed.

Music Achievement Worksheet Division 3 Ages 12 to 14

YAFA Division 3 Music Worksheet completion table

Done where and Completed with Approved by Activity when? whom?

1 Sing or play a simple or hymn chosen by your mentor using good technique, phrasing, tone, rhythm, and dynamics. Read all the signs and terms of the score.

2 Name the five general groups of musical instruments.

3 Do TWO of the following:

a. Attend a live performance, or listen to three hours of recordings from any two of the following musical styles …

b. Interview an adult member of your family about music. Find out what the most was when he or she was your age …

c. Serve for six months as a member of a school , drum circle, , or other organized musical group, or perform as a soloist in public six times.

d. List five people who are important in the and explain to your mentor why they continue to be influential. Include at least one composer, one performer, one innovator, and one person born more than 500 years ago.

4 Do ONE of the following:

a. Teach three to a group of people. Lead them in the songs, using proper hand motions.

B. Compose and write the score for a piece of music of 12 measures or more, and play this music on an instrument.

c. Make a traditional instrument and learn to play it.

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Music Achievement Worksheet Division 3 Ages 12 to 14

1. Sing or play a simple song or hymn chosen by your mentor using good technique, phrasing, tone, and rhythm. Read all the signs and terms of the score. 2. Name the five general groups of musical instruments.

3. Do TWO of the following: a. Attend a live performance, or listen to three hours of recordings from any two of the following musical styles: Gregorian chant, Ars nova, Organum, Motet, Madrigal, (music) and Ballata. 1) List the Musical Styles listened to:

2) Describe the sound of the music and list the instruments used.

3) Identify the composers or , the performers, and the titles of the pieces you heard.

4) If it was a live performance, describe the setting and the reaction of the audience. b. Interview an adult member of your family about music. Find out what the most popular music was when he or she was your age. Find out what his or her favorite music is now, and listen to three of your relative’s favorite tunes with him or her. How do those favorites sound to you? Had you ever heard any of them? Play three of your favorite songs for your relative, and explain why you like these songs. Ask what he or she thinks of your favorite music.

c. Serve for six months as a member of a school band, drum circle, choir, or other organized musical group, or perform as a soloist in public six times. d. List five people who are important in the history of music and explain to your mentor why they continue to be influential. Include at least one composer, one performer, one innovator, and one person born more than 500 years ago.

4. Do ONE of the following: a. Teach three songs to a group of people. Lead them in singing the songs, using proper hand motions. b. Compose and write the score for a piece of music of 12 measures or more, and play this music on an instrument. (A sheet of blank music staves can be found at the end of this workbook.) c. Make a traditional instrument and learn to play it.

I certify that the minor listed on page 1 has successfully completed the requirements for the Division 3 Music Achievement.

Signature of Local Group Officer or Achievement Mentor Date

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Music Achievement Worksheet Division 3 Ages 12 to 14

Requirement resources can be found here:

9 Easy to Make Musical Instruments for Kids: KinderArt - K12 (For Teachers & Homeschoolers). Web. 18 Nov. 2012.

"." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 14 Nov. 2012. Web. 18 Nov. 2012.

McMukken, Sean, and Charlie Presler. Medieval and Renaissance Choral Music. Vol. 45. Milpitas, CA: Society for Creative Anachronism, 1989. Print. The Compleat Anachronist.

The Troubadours. Vol. 44. Milpitas, CA: Society for Creative Anachronism, 1989. Print. The Compleat Anachronist.

The True Trouveres. Vol. 62. Milpitas CA: Society for Creative Anachronism, 1992. Print. The Compleat Anachronist.

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Important notes of interest:

• — No Unauthorized Changes to YAFA Program No Kingdom, Principality, group, or individual has the authority to subtract from, advancement requirements. Requirements may be added at the Kingdom level, to respect and protect the cultural climate. A youth may complete alternative achievement requirements because of physical or mental disability if the physical or mental disability is permanent, rather than temporary; OR because of religious, cultural or moral beliefs. The youth member must also complete as many of the regular requirements as their ability allows.

— After soliciting parental/guardian input and obtaining parent/guardian approval to submit, the Achievement Mentor shall submit, in appropriate detail, the proposed alternative requirements for the achievement to the Local and Kingdom YAFA administrator for approval. The alternative requirements must be of such a nature that they are as demanding of effort as the regular requirements within the abilities of the youth. Once approval has been given, the specifics of the proposed alternative requirements shall be sent to the Society YAFA administrator for consideration in future revisions of the Achievement worksheets.

 — Who Approves YAFA Division 3 Achievement Tokens? Mentors sign for requirements in YAFA Division 3. When the requirements are completed, the work is reviewed by the Achievement Mentor, or the local Youth Officer or Seneschal.

• — The Two-Deep System and Certifying Completion Youth members must not meet one-on-one with adults. Sessions with mentors must take place where others can view the interaction, or the youth must have a buddy: a friend, parent, guardian, brother, sister, or other relative — or better yet, another youth working on the same subject— along attending the session. When the youth meets with the mentor, they should bring any required projects. If these cannot be transported, evidence should be presented, such as photographs or adult certification. Another adult, for example, might state that satisfactory meals were prepared for Cooking. If there are questions that requirements were met, a mentor may confirm with adults involved. Once satisfied, the mentor signs the worksheet using the date upon which the requirements were completed, or in the case of partials, initials the individual requirements passed.

• — Group Instruction It is acceptable—and sometimes desirable—for achievement s to be taught in group settings. This often occurs at guild meetings, multi-day camping wars or similar events. Interactive group discussions can support learning. The method can also be attractive to “guest experts” assisting registered and approved mentors. Slide shows, performances, demonstrations, panels, and various other techniques can also be employed, but as any teacher can attest, not everyone will learn all the material. There must be attention to each individual’s projects and his fulfillment of all requirements. We must know that every youth —actually and personally—completed them. If, for example, a requirement uses words like “show,” “demonstrate,” or “discuss,” then every youth must do that. It is unacceptable to present tokens on the basis of sitting in classrooms watching demonstrations, or remaining silent during discussions. Because of the importance of individual attention in the achievement plan, group instruction should be limited to those scenarios where the benefits are compelling.

• — Partial Completions Youths need not pass all requirements with one mentor. The Achievement Worksheet has a place to record what has been finished— a “partial.” A subsequent mentor may choose not to accept partial work, but this should be rare. A youth, if they believe they are being treated unfairly, may work with his parent to find another mentor. Partials have no expiration except the 18th birthday. ______

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