An Analytical and Educational Survey of Roger Boutry's Mtachrome

Students should have knowledge of modem French composers and how they haveinfluenced music. This can be discussed throughout the cycle of learning the piece. Seelesson 4 in the teacher section for a student powerpoint presentation assignment, whichcan be presented towards the end of the sequence or after the performance.Students should be able to compose an original melody for their instrument using alltwelve pitches of the chromatic scale. They should also perform their solo for the class.Rehearsals closer to the performance should be large picture oriented, with moreattention to the overall musicality and concept. Be sure to rehearse transitions into thedifferent sections of the piece.After the performance students need to listen and evaluate their progress. See lesson 6 inthe teacher section for an evaluation rubric. The rubric is also located in the studentsection.