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As a reminder, throughout this course, I will present you with a work of art that relates to what we will be discussing. I will call this an "art lectio." In an "art lectio," I will invite you to reflect upon the piece of art, read a corresponding scripture passage, read a corresponding commentary on the art (when possible), and offer your reflections in a journal entry via Canvas. This journal entry will only be read by me, so you can be as open or as private as you like. I ask that your journal entry demonstrate your thoughtful reflection on the piece, even if you choose to make it more reserved. 

For this module, we will make a slight adjustment to the art lectio assignment. Instead of viewing a painting, in this module, you will listen to two pieces of music and reflect upon the pieces in a journal entry. Please follow the instructions below:   

1. Listen to Finnish composer Jean Sibelius’ “Andante Festivo.” Minimize VideoStart by contemplating the music. Just listen to the piece and take it in. What images does the music inspire in your mind? How does the music make you feel? How would you describe the piece?
2. Read the corresponding commentary on Sibelius’ “Andante Festivo,” by Alex Burns.
3. Listen once more to the piece by Sibelius (linked above). As you listen a second time, return to the previous questions: What images does the music inspire in your mind? How does the music make you feel? How would you describe the piece?
4. Respond: Now it’s time to write your first journal entry for this assignment. Your entry should be 4-5 sentences or bullets that express complete thoughts. For this assignment I’d like you to share some of the reflections you had when working through the Sibelius portion of the "art lectio" process.
5. Next, listen to the an excerpt of the first movement of Polish composer Henryk Gorecki’s “Symphony No. 4”.listen from the 0:00 to 4:55 mark). Contemplate the music. Just listen to the piece and take it in. What images does the music inspire in your mind? How does the music make you feel? How would you describe the piece?
6. Read the corresponding commentary on Gorecki’s “Symphony No. 4,” by Tom Huizenga.
7. Listen once more to the excerpt of the piece by Gorecki (linked in number 6 above). As you listen a second time, return to the previous questions: What images does the music inspire in your mind? How does the music make you feel? How would you describe the piece?
8. Respond: Now it’s time to write your second journal entry for this assignment. Your entry should be 4-5 sentences or bullets that express complete thoughts. Please add the second entry as a separate paragraph in the same document as your first entry. For this part of the assignment, I’d like you to share some of the reflections you had when working through the Gorecki portion of the "art lectio" process.

Submission Instructions:

• The journal entries must be clear and concise (4-5 sentences or bullets that express complete thoughts for each piece of music) and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.
• Complete and submit the assignment by 11:59 PM ET on Tuesday.
• Grading will be based upon completion and meeting all of the necessary requirements.
• Late work policies and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.
• You can expect feedback from the instructor within 48 to 72 hours from the Tuesday due date.

Art Lectio RubricArt Lectio RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsQuality20 to >18 ptsDistinguishedIdentifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the prompts. Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of the prompts. Writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.18 to >16 ptsExcellentIdentifies and demonstrates an accomplished understanding of the prompts. Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the prompts. Writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.16 to >14 ptsFairIdentifies and demonstrates an acceptable understanding of the prompts. Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis and evaluation of the prompts. Writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.14 to >0 ptsPoorIdentifies and demonstrates an unacceptable understanding of the prompts. Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of the prompts. Writing mechanics need serious attention. Or nothing was submitted./ 20 ptsTotal Points: 0

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