Launch
Artistic Jam Kickoff
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Reflection
Core Content
Project Launch
Lead a class-wide kickoff to introduce the Harmony in Activism Expo. Invite peers, educators, and community members to bring instruments or found objects to improvise together. Students reflect on social issues that matter to them and share their vision for integrating music with political art.
Plan day
Day 20
Duration
60 min
Grouping
Whole Class
Steps
7 steps
Lesson plan
7 steps · 60 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome and Introduction: Briefly introduce the Artistic Jam Kickoff. Explain the goal of integrating social issues through music and art. (15 min) |
| 2 | Discussion on Social Issues: Facilitate a short discussion where participants identify and share social issues they wish to address through music. (30 min) |
| 3 | Instrument and Object Setup: Participants set up their instruments or found objects for the jam session. Ensure all equipment is ready and functional. (20 min) |
| 4 | Collaborative Music Creation: Participants engage in guided improvisation sessions, exploring and expressing social issues through music. (90 min) |
| 5 | Breakout Reflection: In small groups, discuss how the music created addresses the social issues and what messages are conveyed. (30 min) |
| 6 | Group Reflection and Feedback: Gather as a whole group to share reflections, discuss experiences, and receive feedback from peers. (45 min) |
| 7 | Preparation for Showcase: Prepare instruments and selected musical pieces for the upcoming Harmony in Activism Expo. (40 min) |
Preparation (3 items)
- Prepare materials: Ensure access to a variety of instruments and found objects. Have sound equipment ready for the session.
- Pre-select a few social issues as examples to guide initial discussions on how these can be integrated into musical improvisation.
- Arrange the space to facilitate both the jam session and subsequent reflections, ensuring ample room for movement and collaboration.
Student-facing instructions
Your task today is to participate in the Artistic Jam Kickoff, where you'll explore and express social issues through collaborative music-making. Bring any instrument or object that can be used creatively to make sound. The goal is to reflect on themes that matter to you and work with others to integrate these into a musical context. Be prepared to discuss your experience and gather insights from others.