Music Curriculum
Philosophy
The systematic development of
musical skills, knowledge and perception is fundamental to the total
development of the individual.
Music experiences in the
elementary years acknowledges, respect and further develops the
expressive experience of young children. From an early age,
children’s expressive play includes movement, music, and dramatic
play, all of which aresignificant in the development of body, mind,
and spirit. Play is central and natural to children’s learning. As
children move through the primary years, they acquire music
knowledge, skills and attitudes through play. Music experienced in
the context of play simultaneously engages the various senses. This
results in a balanced and integrated development of children’s innate
music potential
Music education enables students
to interact with sound, simultaneously engaging mind, body, and spint
Through creating, performing, and listening to music, students
experience the ways in which music evokes and conveys thoughts,
images, and feelings.
Music eduction makes a valuable
and unique contribution to students’ intellectual growth, and
integrates intellectual and emotional development. Shared experiences
in music significantly contribute to the development of a healthier
society through activities that respect and reflect the diversity of
human experiences.
Music education enables all
learners to explore, create, perceive, and communicate thoughts,
images, and feeling s through music. These experiences are unique and
essential, and make a significant explore, and express through
music
Music education contributes to the
irtellectual,aesthetic, human, social, and career development of the
educated citizen by providing learners with oportunities
to:
develop competency in problem solving, critical thinking, and decision
making through experiences with music
develop literacy in music, including familiarity with the conventions
of written music
knowledge gained through experience in music with other aspects of their lIves
use expressive skills gained in music to convey meaning in other aspects
of their lives
demonstrate understanding and appreciation of artistic and aesthetic
expression
develop independence, self-motivation, and positive self-image through
experiences with music
practice co-operation in social interactions involved in the creation,
exploration, and expression of music
accept and respect the ideas of others by working together to create,
explore, create, and interpret self and world awareness through the
study of music and music traditions of world cultures
develop discipline and confidence through experiences that demand
focussed and sustained practice
appreciate the role of music in society
contribute to society through music-related pursuits and careers
contribute to learner’s lifelong development as educated citizens.
Objectives
Grades 1-5
The students will:
a) explore, identify and describe sounds of every kind
b) explore and develop their voices
c) become aware of the elements of music in their experiences with sound -
rhythm; pitch and pitch direction; timbre;
dynamics; texture; sounds
d) represent sounds and sound patterns through movement
e) create sound and sound patterns
f) become aware of music, musicians and composers
g) become aware of the presence of music in their own homes,
communities and surrounding communities
Grades 6-8
The students will:
a) explore, recognize and discuss sounds of every kind
b) develop an understanding of the elements of music, the
principles of composition and the ways that these can be
manipulated
c) express ideas, images and feelings using voices and instruments
(including traditional, found and homemade instruments)
d) examine ways in which music mirrors and influences individuals,
societies and cultures - past and present
e) examine the works of various musicians and composers
f) develop critical thought and learn to support interpretations
and opinions when responding to music
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