CH20.1
Investigate factors (e.g., place, time, societal events) that influenced the composer of the repertoire being studied.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) Recognize social and political influences on the composer of the choirs’ repertoire.
(b) Explore inquiry questions such as: What is the purpose or meaning of historically informed performance practices? What is a characteristic tone or sound of various cultural practices? How does knowing the composer’s place and social environment of the time help to understand and interpret the work?
(c) Discuss what is known about the composer’s intent and how that intent influences the choir’s interpretation and musical choices.
(d) Explore underrepresented composers and discuss historical and contemporary inequities.
(e) Investigate the role of, or connections between, music and social justice.
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