MOTIVATION, GOALS, CREATIVITY
A Musical Journey
The Musical Journey motivates students with clear goals and fun projects. It consists of 8 levels. As students pass each level their skills reach new heights, their confidence grows, and their curiosity draws them to discover every aspect of music.
The Musical Journey is the only system of its kind that not only emphasizes the student's skills, but also their creative expression.
SELF-PACED GOAL SETTING
Each level is broken down into manageable steps that the student will complete at their own pace. Steps include earning Milestone Bracelets, passing the Musical Journey Test, and creating a final project that the student chooses and tailors to their interests, sparking creativity and cultivating independence. To track their progress, students receive a map that outlines the steps for each level.
Milestone Bracelets
Students will earn a milestone bracelet after demonstrating mastery of either a concept (solfege, rhythm, key signatures, etc.), skill (sight-reading, performance, etc.), or technique (proper set-up, staccato/legato playing, etc.). While milestones have specific guidelines for each level, the teacher will also tailor these milestones to each student so that they are appropriately challenging, yet achievable. |
The Musical Journey Test
By the time students take the Musical Journey test, they will will have already mastered the concepts covered on it through the previous work they did to earn their Milestone Bracelets. The test is administered twice a year during the spring and fall semesters. After completing the Musical Journey Test, students will receive feedback from highly qualified judges. The test is held online, and consists of four parts: performance, technique, sight-reading, and musicianship. Judges will give constructive feedback on areas the student is excelling in and will provide guidance on any areas that need attention. If the student does not pass all parts of the test on their first try, they have the opportunity to re-take the test. This is in fact an expected part of the process and one way in which students develop a learner's mindset. |
The Final Project
The final project is an opportunity for the student to share their music with their community and bring joy to others. It is a highly motivating experience to see their creativity have an impact on the world. To complete their project, students will apply all of the skills they developed over the course of earning Milestone Bracelets and passing the Musical Journey Test. Final Projects may be a live concert, an album, a performance video, or a book of original compositions. At the completion of each level, students receive a trophy to celebrate their success. |
PROJECT GALLERY
LEVEL 7
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When a student reaches Level 7, they truly develop into their own musician. They have favorite musical styles, a compendium of past works, and a sense of who they are. To complement this, students at this level create a Professional Music Portfolio Website which includes previous works and at least one new work.
Project Checklists |
LEVEL 8
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At Level 8, the student understands how their music can be used to better their community. With that in mind, the student creates a project to benefit a cause important to them. They use their project to raise funds in support of a charity or to raise awareness on an issue.
Students who complete all 8 levels also receive a $1,000 scholarship! Project Checklists |
“The Musical Journey has given my students very specific goals, creating very specific and focused practice. It has also given them a great sense of accomplishment as they look to future levels. Their musicianship has improved greatly as the students listen and focus on their pieces to give the best performance possible. I look forward to watching them grow as they pursue future levels.”
~Skye McManus, Musicianship, Voice, and Piano Instructor at Orpheus Academy of Music
~Skye McManus, Musicianship, Voice, and Piano Instructor at Orpheus Academy of Music
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So contact us today to arrange your first lesson!
512-231-8999
