Alamogordo Public Schools
Elementary Educational Specification
Music Spaces (Art Education)
Overall Spatial Relationships
Music Space Requirements
Music Spatial Relationships
Music Room
Objective
· To teach basic music appreciation to students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. Students are taught basic music theory, basic instrumental techniques (percussion, recorder, ukulele), and beginning folk dances.
Users of This Activity Area
· Teacher· Guest speakers / · Students
Activities Conducted in this Space
· Singing· Playing recorders, ukuleles, percussion instruments
· Fold dancing
· Composing music using technology / · Playing in ensembles (xylophone, large drums, etc.)
· Watching video presentations
· Dramatic play
Number of Teachers: 1 / Number of Students: 24
Environmental Characteristics
Lighting / · Bright, ambient light· No flickering or humming
· Dimmable lighting
Electrical / · Data port(s)
· Electrical, data, and video connection for interactive whiteboard and/or ceiling mounted projector
Technology/Communications / · Intercom with speaker (volume control)
· Telephone
Plumbing / · Sink with hot and cold water (with bubbler)
HVAC/Mechanical / · No Special Requirements
Doors and Hardware / · Double-doors with removable mullion
· Ability to lock door from inside and outside of room
· Easy to open and close by small children
Interior and Exterior Windows / · Blinds on all windows
Finishes
Ceiling / · Acoustical ceiling· At least 12' tall
Floors / · Carpet
Walls / · Acoustical panels for noise reduction
Other Finishes / · No Special Requirements
Specialties
· 36" high, 18" deep, adjustable shelving with countertop
· 18" deep cabinets above countertop with doors and adjustable shelving
Whiteboard / · (2) 4'x8' whiteboards, one with music staff (magnetic)
Tackboard / · 4'x4' tackboard
· 4'x8' tackboard
Other Specialties / · Interactive whiteboard or projection screen
Furnishings / · Task chair
· Stackable posture chairs (child-sized)
· 4-drawer file cabinet
· Teacher desk with computer workstation
· Piano with bench
· Foldable risers
· Piano with bench
· Foldable risers
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June 2009