The competencies are divided by unit below; separate module-level objectives are located at the beginning of each assignment.

Unit 1

PERFORM

4. Select, Analyze, and Interpret artistic work for presentation.

B Analyze

b.When analyzing selected music, read and identify by name or function standard symbols for rhythm, pitch, articulation, and dynamics.(MU: Pr4B.6b)

5. Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation
6. Rehearse, Evaluate and Refine

Identify and apply teacher-provided criteria (such as correct interpretation of notation, technical accuracy, originality, and interest) to rehearse, refine, and determine when a piece is ready to perform.

(MU: Pr5A.6a)

6. Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.
7. Present

Perform the music with technical accuracy to convey the creator’s intent.

(MU: Pr6A.6a)

 CREATE

2. Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
3. Plan and Make
4. Use standard and/or iconic notation and/or audio/ video recording to document personal simple rhythmic phrases, melodic phrases, and two-chord harmonic musical ideas.

(MU: Cr2A.6a)

Unit 2

Perform

4. Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation
5. Analyze
6. When analyzing selected music, read and identify by name or function standard symbols for rhythm, pitch, articulation, and dynamics. (MU: Pr4B.6b)

5. Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation
6. Rehearse, evaluate and refine

Identify and apply teacher-provided criteria (such as correct interpretation of notation, technical accuracy, originality, and interest) to rehearse, refine, and determine when a piece is ready to perform.

(MU: Pr5A.6a)

6. Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.

A.Present

Perform the music with technical accuracy to convey the creator’s intent.

(MU: Pr6A.6a)

Unit 3

CREATE

1. Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.
2. Imagine

Generate simple rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic phrases within AB and ABA forms that convey expressive intent. (MU: Cr1A.6a)

2. Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
3. Plan and Make

Select, organize, construct, and document personal musical ideas for arrangements and compositions within AB or ABA form that demonstrate an effective beginning, middle, and ending, and convey expressive intent. (MU: Cr2A.6a)

1. Use standard and/or iconic notation and/or audio/ video recording to document personal simple rhythmic phrases, melodic phrases, and two-chord harmonic musical Ideas. (MU:Cr2A.6a)

RESPOND

7. Perceive and analyze artistic work
8. Analyze
9. Describe how the elements of music and expressive qualities relate to the structure of the pieces. (MU: Re7B.6a)

Unit 4

PERFORM

4. Select, Analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.
5. Analyze
6. When analyzing selected music, read and identify by name or function standard symbols for rhythm, pitch, articulation, and dynamics. (MU: Pr4B.6b)

Unit 5

CREATE

1. Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.
2. Imagine
3. Generate simple rhythmic, melodic and harmonic phrases within AB and ABA forms that convey expressive intent.

(MU: Cr1A.6a)

2. Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
3. Plan and Make
4. Select, organize, construct, and document personal musical ideas for arrangements and compositions within AB or ABA form that demonstrate an effective  beginning, middle, and ending, and convey expressive intent. (MU: Cr2A.6a)
5. Use standard and/or iconic notation and/or audio/ video recording to document personal simple rhythmic phrases, melodic phrases, and two chord harmonic musical Ideas.  (MU:Cr2A.6a)
6. Refine and complete artistic work

Evaluate and Refine

Evaluate their own work, applying teacher provided criteria such as application of selected elements of music, and use of sound sources. (MU: Cr3A.6a)

Describe the rationale for making revisions to the music based on evaluation criteria and feedback from their teacher. (MU:Cr3A.6b)

1. Present

Present the final version of their documented personal composition or arrangement, using craftsmanship and originality to demonstrate an effective beginning, middle, and ending, and convey expressive intent. (MU: Cr3B.6a)

Unit 6

RESPOND

7. Perceive and analyze artistic work.
8. Select.
9. Select or choose music to listen to and explain the connections to specific interests or experiences for a specific purpose.

(MU: Re7A.6a)

1. Analyze
2. Identify the context of music from a variety of genres, cultures, and historical periods.

(MU: Re7B.6b)

8. Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.
9. Interpret
10. Describe a personal interpretation of how creators’ and performers’ application of the elements of music and expressive qualities, within genres and cultural and historical context, convey expressive intent.

(MU: Re8A.6a)

CONNECT

11. Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.
12. Understanding Connections
13. Demonstrate understanding of relationships between music and the other arts, other disciplines, varied contexts, and daily life. (MU: Cn11A.6a)

Unit 7

Perform

4. Select, analyze and interpret artistic work for presentation.
5. Select

Apply teacher provided criteria for selecting music to perform for a specific purpose and/or context, and explain why each was chosen. (MU: Pr4A.6a)

1. Analyze

Explain how understanding the structure and the elements of music are used in music selected for performance. (MU: Pr4B.6a)

6. Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work
7. Present
8. Identify and demonstrate performance decorum (such as stage presence, attire, and behavior) and audience etiquette appropriate for venue and purpose.

(MU: Pr6A.6b)

RESPOND

9. Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work
10. Making Connections
11. a. Apply teacher provided criteria to evaluate musical works or performances.

(MU: Re9A.6a)