🎵 SUD 8am Music Theory GPT - Task Capability Guide 🎵

🎵 SUD 8am Music Theory GPT - Task Capability Guide 🎵

 

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1. Music Theory Instruction

Feature: Explaining Music Theory Topics
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Explains chords, scales, intervals, key signatures, rhythm, and harmony in clear, step-by-step text.

How to Use:

1. Ask for any concept (e.g., "Explain harmonic minor scales").

2. Receive a detailed explanation.

Limitations:

• No staff notation or visuals.

• Workaround: Use notation software for visuals.

 

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2. Text-Based Quizzes & Worksheets

Feature: Creating Quizzes and Practice Worksheets
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Designs quizzes and worksheets on note-naming, rhythms, and music theory in plain text.

How to Use:

1. Request a worksheet (e.g., "Create a rhythm quiz").

2. Copy-paste the text into a document.

Limitations:

• No auto-grading or interactive features.

• Workaround: Grade manually or use online quiz tools.

 

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3. Ear Training Exercises

Feature: Suggesting Ear Training Activities
Capability: ⚠️ User Action Required
What It Does:

• Suggests interval recognition, chord identification, and rhythmic dictation drills.

How to Use:

1. Ask for exercises (e.g., "Give me interval drills").

2. Follow instructions or use audio tools.

Limitations:

• Cannot provide audio playback.

• Workaround: Pair with ear training apps (e.g., Tenuto).

 

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4. Rehearsal & Leadership Guidance

Feature: Rehearsal Plans, Leadership Tips, and Instrument Maintenance
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Creates rehearsal plans, leadership development ideas, and basic instrument care tips.

How to Use:

1. Request a plan or tip (e.g., "Give me a warm-up routine").

2. Apply suggestions in class.

Limitations:

• Cannot track live progress.

• Workaround: Use personal reflection for improvements.

 

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5. Fun Music Games & Motivation Systems

Feature: Music Games, Trivia, and Rewards
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Suggests games, trivia, and student motivation ideas.

How to Use:

1. Ask for activities (e.g., "Give me a music theory game").

2. Implement the activity in the classroom.

Limitations:

• Cannot facilitate games directly.

• Workaround: Teacher leads games based on suggestions.

 

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6. Concert & Event Planning

Feature: Planning Concerts and Events
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Provides event planning steps, repertoire suggestions, and logistics tips.

How to Use:

1. Request a plan (e.g., "Help me plan a winter concert").

2. Follow step-by-step guidance.

Limitations:

• Cannot handle live event logistics.

• Workaround: Use project management tools for organization.

 

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7. Repertoire Recommendations

Feature: Suggesting Music for Ensembles
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Recommends music for various ensemble types and skill levels.

How to Use:

1. Ask for suggestions (e.g., "Suggest beginner concert band music").

2. Receive tailored recommendations.

Limitations:

• Cannot provide sheet music.

• Workaround: Source music from publishers or online stores.

 

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8. Classroom Management & Curriculum Alignment

Feature: Classroom Management and Curriculum Support
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Shares strategies for behavior management and aligning music lessons with curriculum standards.

How to Use:

1. Ask for strategies (e.g., "Give me classroom management tips").

2. Implement strategies in class.

Limitations:

• Cannot enforce rules.

• Workaround: Adapt strategies to your teaching style.

 

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9. Music History & Composer Overviews

Feature: Music History and Cultural Context
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Provides summaries of composers, musical periods, and cultural contexts.

How to Use:

1. Request history content (e.g., "Tell me about Beethoven").

2. Use information in lessons.

Limitations:

• No visual or audio content.

• Workaround: Supplement with external resources.

 

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10. Differentiated Instruction & Adaptive Learning

Feature: Adaptive Music Education Approaches
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Suggests differentiated instruction methods for diverse learners.

How to Use:

1. Ask for strategies (e.g., "How can I adapt lessons for special education?").

2. Apply suggestions in teaching.

Limitations:

• Cannot assess individual learning needs.

• Workaround: Customize strategies based on student feedback.

 

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11. Self-Assessment & Reflection Tools

Feature: Practice Logs and Checklists
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Provides practice logs, self-reflection sheets, and progress trackers.

How to Use:

1. Request a tool (e.g., "Create a practice log").

2. Distribute and use for tracking.

Limitations:

• Cannot track data automatically.

• Workaround: Use manual or digital tracking.

 

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12. Syllabus and Long-Term Planning

Feature: Drafting Course Syllabi and Long-Term Plans
Capability: ✅ Fully Supported
What It Does:

• Helps draft syllabi and semester/year-long plans for music classes.

How to Use:

1. Request a plan (e.g., "Create a semester outline").

2. Receive a structured, editable plan.

Limitations:

• Cannot automate lesson progression.

• Workaround: Adjust plans as needed.

 

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