Senior Project Presentation 1

Objective:  Students will learn how piano music has survived through the past 300 years and how relevant it is to modern day music.
Procedure: 1)Start with the question by calling out two random people: "________, do you like to listen to music?" then follow up with the question:"If so, how many modern day songs have you heard with the piano in it?"
2) Start by giving brief descriptions about Classical, Romantic, and Baroque era music styles.
3) Explain the details about certain techniques from the previous 3 styles that have lasted through time to make it to 21st century music.
4)Give 3 examples of successful artists that include piano in their music and give 2 examples of modern day pianists.
Check for Understanding:  To make sure that my audience members understand what i was talking about, i will ask the class 2 questions about facts that i have presented throughout the presentation.
Resources/Materials: I plan to bring 5 visuals, one of a classical pianist, one of a Romantic pianist, one of a Baroque pianist, and two of modern day pianists.