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Lesson 4: Behind the Movie Chicago Lesson PlanLesson 4: Behind the Movie Chicago Lesson Plan
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Lesson 4: Behind the Movie Chicago

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The elements of music and journalistic integrity in one lesson; What could be better? The class discusses journalistic approaches to better understand responsible reporting versus sensationalism. They watch the Act One from the film Chicago stopping to discuss the part tabloid reporters play in the story. They then analyze the song "All That Jazz," looking at scale, tone, and the use of triads. Sheet music and supplemental material links are included.

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music notes, sheet music, journalism

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journalism, sensationalism, journalistic integrity, musical notation, english language arts
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Grade
7th - 12th
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English Language Arts
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For Teacher Use
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Technology
Video
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