Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Music: Intermediate

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Expression of MusicMU.IN.1

  • 1

    Perform/Demonstrate contrasting pieces of music, making interpretive and expressive choices.MU.IN.1.1

    1. a

      Perform/Demonstrate music with accurate rhythms. (See Skill Level I in Appendix)MU.IN.1.1.a

    2. b

      Perform/Demonstrate music with accurate pitches and intonation. (See Skill Level I in Appendix) MU.IN.1.1.b

    3. c

      Perform/Demonstrate music with expressive qualities. (See Skill Level I in Appendix) MU.IN.1.1.c

  • 2

    Perform/Demonstrate music in two or more parts accurately and with effective technique in order to convey intent.MU.IN.1.2

    1. a

      Perform/Demonstrate with effective technique using consistent tone quality, intonation, balance, diction/articulation and phrasing appropriate for the piece of music chosen. (See Skill Level I in Appendix) MU.IN.1.2.a

    2. b

      Respond to written or visual cues for tempo, dynamics, and time signatures. (See Skill Level I in Appendix)MU.IN.1.2.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate the ability to adjust elements of music (pitch, rhythm, dynamics, timbre, texture, balance, blend, and phrasing). (See Skill Level I in Appendix) MU.IN.1.2.c

  • 3

    Apply self-reflection to create criteria and refine the individual and/or ensemble performances. MU.IN.1.3

    1. a

      Identify and apply self-reflection of criteria to rehearse, refine, and determine when the music is ready to perform.MU.IN.1.3.a

    2. b

      Construct and show self-reflection process to refine musical performanceMU.IN.1.3.b

Creation of MusicMU.IN.2

  • 1

    Create increasingly complex music with melodic and/or rhythmic ideas to convey intent.MU.IN.2.1

    1. a

      Create/Compose a melodic and/or rhythmic composition with structure parameters using a variety of notation methods (e.g., written, iconic, electronic, recording). (See Skill Level I in the Appendix)MU.IN.2.1.a

    2. b

      Improvise melodic or rhythmic musical ideas over an accompaniment. (See Skill Level I in the Appendix) MU.IN.2.1.b

    3. c

      Arrange an existing piece with or without accompaniment. (See Skill Level I in the Appendix) MU.IN.2.1.c

Theory of MusicMU.IN.3

  • 1

    Read, notate, and identify by name or function standard symbols for rhythm, pitch articulation, dynamics, tempo, and form. MU.IN.3.1

    1. a

      Identify by name or function, and notate musical symbols. (See Skill Level I in the Appendix)MU.IN.3.1.a

    2. b

      Sight-read, observing all musical symbols, tempo indications, expressive indications, and technical indications. (See Skill Level I in the Appendix)MU.IN.3.1.b

    3. c

      Notate melodic and/or rhythmic patterns. (See Skill Level in the Appendix) MU.IN.3.1.c

  • 2

    Analyze structure, use of musical elements, and expressive choices within musical creations.MU.IN.3.2

    1. a

      Describe the way in which elements of music and form are manipulated and how it informs the response to music. MU.IN.3.2.a

    2. b

      Analyze a musical excerpt and describe the creator’s application of musical structures and elements. (See Skill Level I in the Appendix)MU.IN.3.2.b

  • 3

    Aurally identify and differentiate elements of music including simple tonal and/or rhythmic relationships.MU.IN.3.3

    1. a

      Listen to a rhythmic phrase and notate the accurate rhythm. MU.IN.3.3.a

    2. b

      Listen to two diatonic tones and identify the interval from a given starting pitch.MU.IN.3.3.b

    3. c

      Aurally identify a variety of tonalities.MU.IN.3.3.c

  • 4

    Aurally identify and differentiate characteristics of musical styles/genres.MU.IN.3.4

    1. a

      Listen to several pieces of music. Describe each genre based on multiple musical characteristics such as form/structure, instrumentation, lyrical content, and vocal or instrumental nuances.MU.IN.3.4.a

Response to MusicMU.IN.4

  • 1

    Respond to music by comparing two or more musical performances or compositions using teacher created criteria. MU.IN.4.1

    1. a

      Apply prescribed criteria used in evaluating various kinds of musical performances. MU.IN.4.1.a

    2. b

      Compare two performances of the same work and discuss the comparison.MU.IN.4.1.b

    3. c

      Interpret contrasting works and explain how creators’ and performers’ application of the elements of music and expressive qualities within genres, cultures, and historical periods convey expressive intent.MU.IN.4.1.c

  • 2

    Identify and describe the ways in which music is consumed in societyMU.IN.4.2

    1. a

      Explain, citing evidence, how musical concepts, design, and contexts affect the way social groups respond to music. MU.IN.4.2.a

    2. b

      Describe, citing evidence, the social influences on personal music preferences.MU.IN.4.2.b

  • 3

    Compare uses for music around the world in a culturally responsive manner. MU.IN.4.3

    1. a

      Reflect on and discuss the roles and impact various musics plays in one’s life and the lives of others. MU.IN.4.3.a

    2. b

      Identify and explore music that is culturally relevant to one’s identityMU.IN.4.3.b

  • 4

    Identify and describe the ways in which music is selected for use in a variety of historical periods and cultural and societal contexts.MU.IN.4.4

    1. a

      Analyze music from a historical period. Describe how accurately or inaccurately it depicts or reflects upon the events of the period.MU.IN.4.4.a

    2. b

      Identify how different historical contexts can result in different music performances and interpretations. MU.IN.4.4.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Music - Colorado Academic Standards - Adopted 2022

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