Planned Instruction - Music Education Curriculum-Grade 6 General Music, Mifflin County School District


Grade 6 General Music Planned Instruction
Title of Planned Instruction: Grade 6 General Music
Subject Area: Arts and Humanities Grade Level: 6
Prerequisites: None Course Description: Students will learn the elements and principles of music. They will learn to identify these elements in a piece. They will also use these elements in learning to sing and play keyboards and rhythm instruments in various styles, including musical theatre. They will use these elements to identify and discuss music from other countries. In addition, they will become familiar with the cultural backgrounds of the countries whose music they discuss. Students will also learn about American music and composers and the varying cultural backgrounds and historical events that have affected them. These skills will not only provide musical knowledge and understanding but also be a source and reinforcement of critical thinking and analysis, cultural, creative writing, scientific, and mathematical skills used in other core subjects. Required Time: One year Course Credit: ½ credit per year Major Text(s) and Resources:

Names of District Subject Area Curriculum Writing Committee:
	Douglas N. Garner Kathleen L. Hileman Tracy D. Loucks
Date of Board Approval: March 24, 2005
*Course Objectives and Performance Indicators*

Strand: Arts and Humanities Standard: 9.1 - Production, Performance, and Exhibition of Music Grade: 6
	Grade Level Objectives	Performance Indicators	Assessment
A.	Be familiar with elements of music (duration, intensity, pitch, timbre) and principles (form, genre, harmony, rhythm, texture).	Demonstrate understanding of the sequential development of musical concepts and the elements of music.	Observation Listening Written evaluations Verbal responses
B.	Learn to sing, play an instrument, read and notate music.	Demonstrate knowledge of good singing and playing techniques and ability to read music.	Observation Listening Written evaluations Verbal responses
C.	Identify and use appropriate vocabulary.	Demonstrate use of vocabulary to describe music.	Written evaluations Observation Listening Verbal responses
D.	Demonstrate knowledge of various styles.	Demonstrate understanding and appreciation for music theatre and other performance styles.	Observation Listening Performance evaluations Verbal responses
H.	Demonstrate and maintain materials, equipment, and tools safely.	Use materials and equipment correctly.	Observation Listening Verbal responses Written evaluations
I.	Know where arts events, performances, and exhibitions occur and how to gain admission.	Attend performances.	Observation Verbal responses

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Strand: Arts and Humanities
Standard: 9.2 Historical and Cultural Contexts
Grade: 6

Grade Level Objectives

Performance Indicators

Assessments

Understand and explain works with reference to historical, social, and cultural context.

Demonstrate understanding of historical value and cultural significance of music from other countries and of American music and composers.

Observation

Listening

Verbal responses

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Strand: Arts and Humanities
Standard: 9.3 Cultural Response
Grade: 6

Grade Level Objectives

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Know and use the critical process of examination of works.

Critically examine works, characteristics of works, and styles, using appropriate vocabulary.

Observation

Listening

Verbal responses

Written evaluations

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Strand: Arts and Humanities
Standard: 9.4 Aesthetic Response
Grade: 6

Grade Level Objectives

Performance Indicators

Assessments

Compare and contrast examples of group and individual philosophical meanings of works.

Describe philosophical meanings expressed through works.

Observation

Listening

Verbal responses

Written evaluations

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Grade 6 General Music Planned Instruction