New Colorado P-12 Academic Standards

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Articulation of music's role and cultural tradition in American history and society

Inquiry Questions:

1. How is music an integral aspect of various cultural activities and traditions?
2. How are personal listening choices strong indicators of cultural and ethnic backgrounds?
3. What happens to popular music over time?

Relevance & Application:

1. The Internet is a valuable resource in investigating the functions of music and commonalities in those functions in various cultures.
2. The music of today's American culture compared to that of past cultural traditions shows how technology may or may not have been a factor.
3. Discussion of popular music with people from a previous generation gives firsthand understanding of what their music meant to them, and reciprocal understanding by articulating similarities and differences of what music means to the current generation.
4. Audio or video recordings of performance or live performances are equally valuable in observing and discussing the use of voices and instruments and their functions within the ensemble in such varied genre as bluegrass, rock, jazz, mariachi, rap, church, and culturally specific music.

Nature Of:

1. Music is a reflection of the culture, traditions, and circumstances in which it is produced.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Articulation and analysis of individual experiences in music

Inquiry Questions:

1. How does music affect different people in different ways?
2. Why do people make specific personal choices in music?
3. What factors determine the importance of a piece of music, both immediately and over time?
4. In what ways have unique and expanded techniques been applied to the use of various instruments?

Relevance & Application:

1. Live demonstrations by musicians of differing genres offer firsthand examples of special techniques and electronic enhancement potential used respective to their instrument or voice.
2. Live performances by musicians offer firsthand experiences demonstrating the use, techniques, and cultural significance of instruments or voice specific to a local or regional culture.
3. Many sectors in society rely on selection of music for varying purposes to provide diverse experiences (such as opening ceremonies, jingles for products, patriotic events, weddings, funerals).

Nature Of:

1. Music has numerous uses, all of which reflect some aspect of the human experience.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Description of music's role in the human experience and ways music is used and enjoyed in society

Inquiry Questions:

1. What are ways music is used in the rituals of society?
2. In what situations is enjoyment a secondary purpose?
3. Can music convey a positive or negative message?
4. Can music be a positive or negative influence on human behavior?

Relevance & Application:

1. An informal survey of personal listening preferences defines listening habits.
2. The impact of movie soundtracks is evident through emotional connections made through the music.
3. The popularity of music is apparent through the investigation of various websites for most popular or most downloaded pieces of music.
4. Commercials and other interests use the effects of music on people to sell products or convey messages.
5. The Internet offers opportunities to investigate instances of behavior affected by music.

Nature Of:

1. Articulating choices for personal repertoire from informed musical criteria promotes more informed consumers.
2. Music forms links in people's memories to the situations in which it was originally perceived or associated.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Articulate the meaning in music according to elements, aesthetic qualities, and human responses

Inquiry Questions:

1. What role does music play in various cultures?
2. How does music affect emotions and feelings in general?
3. How do the elements of music affect the way music is classified into various styles?
4. In what general ways do people evaluate music works and performances?

Relevance & Application:

1. The number of radio stations in an area broadcasting a particular style of music can give insight to the demographic information of the area and its musical preferences.
2. Identifying musical works that are specific to a given culture in comparison to those of another builds a fundamental respect for the differences of others.

Nature Of:

1. Music is an art that expresses general thoughts and feelings; various musical examples will evoke varying general individual responses.
2. The success of a musical work or performance can be evaluated according to its effectiveness in its formal properties, content, and context.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Comprehend and respect the musical values of others considering cultural context as an element of musical evaluation and meaning

Inquiry Questions:

1. What historical factors contributed to the development of a "western" style of American music?
2. Who are important past and present musicians of Colorado?
3. Where in Colorado are particular styles of music most prevalent?
4. Is any one kind of music better than any another?

Relevance & Application:

1. Examining and listening to music that is unique to Colorado gives historical context to how culture in Colorado evolved and was reinforced by the music predominantly performed, and provides a comparison to other states in the West.
2. The Internet can be used to investigate the active presence of local or regional live music, identifying musicians' websites, performance venues, and ticket availability, which provides a more direct link to local and regional music trends and influences.

Nature Of:

1. Music represents diverse experiences, thoughts, and emotions, and is unique to each individual with regard to values and opinions.
2. Local and regional music groups of all kinds are meaningful sources of culture.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Respond to and make informed judgments about music through participation, performance, and the creative process

Inquiry Questions:

1. Why is it beneficial to experience a wide variety of musical styles as a listener and a performer?
2. Why is it important to have a variety and diversity of musical styles available to society?
3. How can appropriate music vocabulary help in discussing musical evaluation with others?

Relevance & Application:

1. The information literacy skills required to access and evaluate various musical performances include research, source discernment, and verification of authenticity.
2. Assisting others in developing a wider musical vocabulary and library builds deeper conviction and rational for personal preferences.
3. Comparing two audio or video recordings of performances of the same musical work by the same performer builds skill in articulating general perceptions in musical terms.

Nature Of:

1. The ability to create sounds through synthesis without traditional instruments widens the possibilities for music creation and production.
2. No two live performances are ever exactly the same, either in technical or aesthetic aspects.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

3. Articulate music's significance within an individual musical experience

Inquiry Questions:

1. What do people look for when choosing music for enjoyment?
2. What cultural music would be considered most appealing?

Relevance & Application:

1. Determining the sources of live music in the community creates informed consumers and gives insight into the musical preferences of a local culture.
2. Articulating the importance of music in a family or cultural heritage creates an appreciation for how individuals contribute to local communities and influence the availability of musical experiences within the community.
3. Understanding the use of technology in performances by local live groups or video recordings of performances provides insight into the influence of technology on the musical culture in local communities.

Nature Of:

1. Music's place in the lives of individuals is unique because it depends on personal background, preference, and experience.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Develop a framework for making informed personal musical choices, and utilize that framework in the making and defending of musical choices

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Articulate reactions to the elements and aesthetic qualities of musical performance using musical terminology and movement

Inquiry Questions:

1. How can movement reflect the expressive qualities of music?
2. How does music affect emotions and feelings in general?
3. How are passive and active listening different?

Relevance & Application:

1. Appropriate audience behavior relies on an individual's self-direction ability, the ability to discern the role of an audience (e.g. some performances encourage audience participation, some performances require active listening), and the willingness to submit individual desires to the need for consideration of the experience of others.
2. Audiences have varying purposes throughout society. (Athletic events encourage audience noise. Political audiences express their agreement or disagreement in various ways. Formal presentations expect restraint and applause.)
3. A common and specific musical vocabulary is important when discussing the evaluation of music works and performances or in defending individual musical preferences.

Nature Of:

1. Music may be experienced passively or actively as a listener.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

3. Identify music as an integral part of everyday life

Inquiry Questions:

1. How does music that is composed for various purposes contribute to a specific experience?
2. What causes various instruments and voices to sound different from each other?
3. How does movement to music differ from one culture to another?

Relevance & Application:

1. Observing and imitating movement to a variety of musical styles including cultural and historical excerpts provide an understanding of the variety of ways people can express themselves through music and movement.
2. Using pictures and books to recognize various instruments used in different types of music develops an initial ability to identify the various shapes and sizes of instruments.
3. Using a common music vocabulary to describe instruments, voices, and musical styles helps people understand one another.

Nature Of:

1. Music has many uses and functions in people's lives.
2. Different kinds of music are appropriate for different functions and events.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

2. Respond to musical performance at a basic level

Inquiry Questions:

1. Why do people choose certain movements for certain styles of music and not for others?
2. What are some aspects of music that can change the feelings that are communicated and how do they work to make music?
3. How do the basic elements of music communicate thoughts or emotions?

Relevance & Application:

1. Providing a developmentally appropriate opportunity for young learners to respond to music builds a foundational understanding that music promotes a reaction through feeling or preference of sounds.

Nature Of:

1. Music is an art form and exists to express thoughts and emotions as well as communicate how people perceive the world.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

3. Recognize and discuss music and celebrations in daily life

Inquiry Questions:

1. How does music that is composed for various purposes contribute to a specific experience?
2. What causes various instruments and voices to sound different from each other?
3. How does movement to music differ from one culture to another?
4. What makes differences in musical style?

Relevance & Application:

1. Providing diverse examples and experiences of the use of music in society builds a beginning understanding of the role music plays in individual experiences, family events, and community events.

Nature Of:

1. Music has many uses and functions in people's lives.
2. People describe music in their own words, and the descriptions of others may be different, but equally valid.

Prepared Graduates: (Click on a Prepared Graduate Competency to View Articulated Expectations) - (Remove PGC Filter)

• Demonstrate a nuanced understanding of aesthetics in music, appropriate to the particular features of given styles and genres, as it relates to the human experience in music
• Know the place of each of the participants in the performance environment and practice appropriate audience participation; recognize the place and importance of music in life

Concepts and skills students master:

1. Demonstrate respect for music contributions

Inquiry Questions:

1. When is it appropriate or not appropriate to talk while music is being heard?
2. What does it mean to be respectful of others?

Relevance & Application:

1. Discussing ways to listen to music (headphones, in an audience, on the computer, or on an audio device) provides a connection to the many purposes and functions music serves in daily life.

Nature Of:

1. The role of the audience in a musical performance includes being respectful of others.