Music Skills and Concepts
Concepts
The intellectual framework of the music program which is divided into five elements:
- Rhythm
- Melody
- Harmony
- Form
- Expression
Skills
The concepts which are taught through the participation of students in six skill areas:
- Singing
- Playing Instruments
- Listening
- Moving
- Reading and Writing
- Creating
Attitudes
A positive attitude towards music which is fostered by success and enjoyment in singing, playing instruments, listening, moving, reading and writing and creating music:
- Enjoyment
Assessment
Students are assessed based on their participation and ongoing performance. Click here to see an example of a sample rubric that is used to assess good singing.