Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Instrumental Music: Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Other South Carolina Visual and Performing Arts sets

Creating

  • 1

    I can compose and arrange music.

    1. 1.

      I can notate rhythm patterns using a defined selection of note values.IM.CR.NL.1

      1. 1.

        I can choose various note values to represent simple rhythm patterns.IM.CR.NL.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can write simple rhythm patterns using standard music notation.IM.CR.NL.1.2

    2. 1.

      I can notate tonal patterns using a defined selection of pitches.IM.CR.NM.1

      1. 1.

        I can choose various pitches to represent simple melodic patterns.IM.CR.NM.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can write simple melodic patterns using standard music notation.IM.CR.NM.1.2

    3. 1.

      I can notate simple melodies for my instrumentIM.CR.NH.1

      1. 1.

        I can write a simple melody within a given key, tonality, and meter.IM.CR.NH.1.1

    4. 1.

      I can compose and arrange melodies for my instrument within simple forms.IM.CR.IL.1

      1. 1.

        I can adapt a melody for my instrument.IM.CR.IL.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can create a variation on a given theme.IM.CR.IL.1.2

      3. 3.

        I can compose using verse-refrain, AB, ABA, and theme & variation forms.IM.CR.IL.1.3

    5. 1.

      I compose and arrange simple harmonic accompaniments.IM.CR.IM.1

      1. 1.

        I can write basic chords in a given key.IM.CR.IM.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can write a basic chord progression in a given key.IM.CR.IM.1.2

      3. 3.

        I can write a basic harmonic accompany-ment in a given key.IM.CR.IM.1.3

    6. 1.

      I can compose and arrange melodies with simple harmonic accompaniments.IM.CR.IH.1

      1. 1.

        I can compose melodies with simple chord progressions.IM.CR.IH.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can arrange melodies with simple chord progressions.IM.CR.IH.1.2

    7. 1.

      I can compose and arrange incorporating expressive elements.IM.CR.AL.1

      1. 1.

        I can compose incorporating expressive elements.IM.CR.AL.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can arrange incorporating expressive elements.IM.CR.AL.1.2

    8. 1.

      I can compose and arrange short musical works for a small ensemble.IM.CR.AM.1

      1. 1.

        I can arrange a work for two instruments.IM.CR.AM.1.1

      2. 2.

        I can arrange a work for small ensemble.IM.CR.AM.1.2

    9. 1.

      I can compose and arrange short musical works for a large ensemble.IM.CR.AH.1

      1. 1.

        I can arrange a work for large ensembles incorporating elements of melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, form, and expression to communicate a mood, emotion, idea, or experience.IM.CR.AH.1.1

  • 2

    I can improvise music.

    1. 2.

      I can imitate simple rhythm patterns within a given meter.IM.CR.NL.2

      1. 1.

        I can echo simple rhythm patterns on a neutral syllable, incorporating movement.IM.CR.NL.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can echo simple rhythm patterns using rhythmic solfege or a counting system.IM.CR.NL.2.2

      3. 3.

        I can echo simple rhythm patterns on my instrument.IM.CR.NL.2.3

    2. 2.

      I can imitate simple tonal patterns within a given key and tonality.IM.CR.NM.2

      1. 1.

        I can echo simple tonal patterns on a neutral syllable.IM.CR.NM.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can echo simple tonal patterns using tonal solfege on pitch names.IM.CR.NM.2.2

      3. 3.

        I can echo simple tonal patterns on my instrument.IM.CR.NM.2.3

    3. 2.

      I can imitate simple melodic phrases given simple chord changes.IM.CR.NH.2

      1. 1.

        I can imitate simple melodic phrases given simple chord changes.IM.CR.NH.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can embellish a given melodic phrase that corresponds with simple chord changes on my instrument.IM.CR.NH.2.2

    4. 2.

      I can improvise simple rhythm patterns within a given meter.IM.CR.IL.2

      1. 1.

        I can improvise my own simple rhythm patterns on a neutral syllable, incorporating movement.IM.CR.IL.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise my own simple rhythm patterns using rhythmic solfege or a counting system.IM.CR.IL.2.2

      3. 3.

        I can improvise my own simple rhythm patterns on my instrument.IM.CR.IL.2.3

    5. 2.

      I can improvise simple tonal patterns within a given key and tonality.IM.CR.IM.2

      1. 1.

        I can improvise my own simple tonal patterns on a neutral syllable.IM.CR.IM.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise my own simple tonal patterns using tonal solfege or pitch names.IM.CR.IM.2.2

      3. 3.

        I can improvise on my own simple tonal patterns on my instrument.IM.CR.IM.2.3

    6. 2.

      I can improvise simple melodic phrases given chord changes.IM.CR.IH.2

      1. 1.

        I can identify chord changes.IM.CR.IH.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise simple melodic phrases that correspond with chord changes.IM.CR.IH.2.2

    7. 2.

      I can perform a brief improvisation given a chord progression and meter.IM.CR.AL.2

      1. 1.

        I can improvise short melodic patterns in varying meters.IM.CR.AL.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise a short passage using only a chord progression or lead sheet.IM.CR.AL.2.2

    8. 2.

      I can perform an improvisation given a motive, chord progression, and meter.IM.CR.AM.2

      1. 1.

        I can perform an improvisation on a given motive.IM.CR.AM.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise an extended passage using only a chord progression or lead sheet.IM.CR.AM.2.2

    9. 2.

      I can perform an extended spontaneous improvisation with freedom and expression featuring motivic development within a given key, tonality, meter, and style.IM.CR.AH.2

      1. 1.

        I can improvise an extended unaccompanied solo within a given key, tonality, meter, and style.IM.CR.AH.2.1

      2. 2.

        I can improvise freely within a given key, tonality, meter, and style, responding to aural cues from other members of an ensemble.IM.CR.AH.2.2

Performing

  • 3

    I can produce a characteristic tone.

    1.  

      Band

      1. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone on a comfortable pitch.IM.B.P.NL.3

        1. 1.

          I can play the first sounds on my instrument with character-istic tone quality.IM.B.P.NL.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can demonstrate correct posture and playing position.IM.B.P.NL.3.2

      2. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone within a limited range.IM.B.P.NM.3

        1. 1.

          I can play the first 3-5 pitches on my instrument with character-istic tone quality.IM.B.P.NM.3.1

      3. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone with a limited range, in tune.IM.B.P.NH.3

        1. 1.

          I can play all of the pitches I've learned with a character-istic tone and in tune.IM.B.P.NH.3.1

      4. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in a comfortable register.IM.B.P.IL.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune within a limited range.IM.B.P.IL.3.1

      5. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in most registers.IM.B.P.IM.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune within an expanding range.IM.B.P.IM.3.1

      6. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in all registers.IM.B.P.IH.3

        1. 1.

          I can consistently play in tune.IM.B.P.IH.3.1

      7. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in all registers and at moderate dynamic levels.IM.B.P.AL.3

        1. 1.

          I can identify intonation inaccuracies and make adjustments as needed.IM.B.P.AL.3.1

      8. 3.

        I can consistently produce a centered, vibrant tone in all registers and across the entire dynamic range of my instrument.IM.B.P.AM.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune individually with a vibrant tone.IM.B.P.AM.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can play in tune across a range of dynamics on my instrument with a vibrant tone.IM.B.P.AM.3.2

      9. 3.

        I can adjust tone color, vibrato speed, and vibrato width in response to stylistic demands and the musical needs of an ensemble.IM.B.P.AH.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune individually and with an ensemble while making adjustments as needed.IM.B.P.AH.3.1

    2.  

      Orchestra

      1. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone on a comfortable pitch.IM.O.P.NL.3

        1. 1.

          I can hold my bow correctly.IM.O.P.NL.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can move the bow on open strings.IM.O.P.NL.3.2

      2. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone within a limited range.IM.O.P.NM.3

        1. 1.

          I can move my bow, both up and down, while playing a selection of notes.IM.O.P.NM.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can identify whole and half steps, placing my fingers on my strings accordingly.IM.O.P.NM.3.2

      3. 3.

        I can produce a steady, free tone with a limited range, in tune.IM.O.P.NH.3

        1. 1.

          I can play with my left hand in position using correct finger patterns on the fingerboard.IM.O.P.NH.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can move the bow using detached and connected bow stroke techniques.IM.O.P.NH.3.2

        3. 3.

          I can listen and adjust my finger placement to match a given pitch.IM.O.P.NH.3.3

      4. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in a comfortable register.IM.O.P.IL.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune within an ensemble on an appropriate level of music.IM.O.P.IL.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can identify notes that are higher or lower than first position on my instrument.IM.O.P.IL.3.2

      5. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in most registers.IM.O.P.IM.3

        1. 1.

          I can perform appropriate scales that use expanded registers, in tune.IM.O.P.IM.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can move my left hand position to execute basic extensions and shifting finger patterns, in tune.IM.O.P.IM.3.2

      6. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in all registers.IM.O.P.IH.3

        1. 1.

          I can perform using appropriate finger placement associated with extensions and shifting.IM.O.P.IH.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can play in tune in higher positions, making accurate shifts.IM.O.P.IH.3.2

        3. 4.

          I can move my left hand using primary vibrato skills.IM.O.P.IH.3.4

        4. 3.

          I can play using specific contact points on my instrument and bow to create dynamics.IM.O.P.IH.3.3

      7. 3.

        I can produce a centered tone in all registers and at moderate dynamic levels.IM.O.P.AL.3

        1. 1.

          I can perform using appropriate bowing dexterity to produce varied dynamics.IM.O.P.AL.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform using appropriate hand positions with precise shifting technique and finger selections.IM.O.P.AL.3.2

        3. 3.

          I can perform using vibrato to develop resonant tone.IM.O.P.AL.3.3

      8. 3.

        I can consistently produce a centered, vibrant tone in all registers and across the entire dynamic range of my instrument.IM.O.P.AM.3

        1. 1.

          I can perform with a full, resonant tone in all registers of my instrument.IM.O.P.AM.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform using appropriate vibrato width and speed in all registers of my instrument.IM.O.P.AM.3.2

      9. 3.

        I can adjust tone color, vibrato speed, and vibrato width in response to stylistic demands and the musical needs of an ensemble.IM.O.P.AH.3

        1. 1.

          I can play in tune individually and with an ensemble by blending into a uniform sound while making adjustments as needed.IM.O.P.AH.3.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform with the same tone, resonance, and vibrato of others in an ensemble.IM.O.P.AH.3.2

  • 4

    I can perform with technical accuracy and expression.

    1.  

      Band

      1. 4.

        I can demonstrate correct posture, guide position, and fundamental fingering/stick/bow technique.IM.B.P.NL.4

        1. 1.

          I can hold my instrument the correct way at all times.IM.B.P.NL.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can play using correct fingering/sticking technique.IM.B.P.NL.4.2

        3. 3.

          I can play simple scale and/or rudimental patterns.IM.B.P.NL.4.3

      2. 4.

        I can keep a steady pulse in duple and triple division and produce basic articulations.IM.B.P.NM.4

        1. 1.

          I can keep a steady pulse in various meters.IM.B.P.NM.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can play using basic articulations.IM.B.P.NM.4.2

      3. 4.

        I can perform basic dynamic contrasts and simple phrases.IM.B.P.NH.4

        1. 1.

          I can demonstrate correct technique for performing loud and soft dynamics.IM.B.P.NH.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can shape a basic musical phrase.IM.B.P.NH.4.2

      4. 4.

        I can demonstrate increasing dexterity across an expanding range and at increasing tempos.IM.B.P.IL.4

        1. 1.

          I can play scales and/or rudiments with accuracy.IM.B.P.IL.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform an expanding variety of articulations with accuracy.IM.B.P.IL.4.2

      5. 4.

        I can perform increasingly complex rhythms and meters with precision and produce an expanding variety of articulations with increasing facility.IM.B.P.IM.4

        1. 1.

          I can play syncopated patterns, quarter, eighth, and sixteenth note rhythms in various meters.IM.B.P.IM.4.1

      6. 4.

        I can produce gradual, controlled dynamic changes and perform extended phrases.IM.B.P.IH.4

        1. 1.

          I can demonstrate dynamic contrast and play four to eight bar phrases.IM.B.P.IH.4.1

      7. 4.

        I can demonstrate fluent fingering/stick/bow technique across the entire range of my instrument.IM.B.P.AL.4

        1. 1.

          I can demonstrate the entire fingering system/position or rudiment for my instrument.IM.B.P.AL.4.1

      8. 4.

        I can perform with appropriate flexibility within given meter and use advanced articulation techniques in a stylistically appropriate way.IM.B.P.AM.4

        1. 1.

          I can demonstrate appropriate tempo flexibility within a given meter.IM.B.P.AM.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can play in a specified style.IM.B.P.AM.4.2

      9. 4.

        I can control pitch and tone quality across expanded dynamic range, using appropriate stylistic nuance and expressive inflections.IM.B.P.AH.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform with technical ease and stylistic integrity.IM.B.P.AH.4.1

    2.  

      Orchestra

      1. 4.

        I can demonstrate correct posture, guide position, and fundamental fingering/stick/bow technique.IM.O.P.NL.4

        1. 1.

          I can hold my instrument correctly at all times.IM.O.P.NL.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can hold my instrument with appropriate posture.IM.O.P.NL.4.2

        3. 3.

          I can pay my instrument using correct bow hold and bow movement.IM.O.P.NL.4.3

      2. 4.

        I can keep a steady pulse in duple and triple division and produce basic articulations.IM.O.P.NM.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform basic rhythms, keeping a steady pulse.IM.O.P.NM.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform music in simple duple and triple meters.IM.O.P.NM.4.2

        3. 3.

          I can play using basic articulations.IM.O.P.NM.4.3

      3. 4.

        I can perform basic dynamic contrasts and simple phrases.IM.O.P.NH.4

        1. 1.

          I can demonstrate loud and soft dynamics.IM.O.P.NH.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can play musical phrases within my repertoire.IM.O.P.NH.4.2

      4. 4.

        I can demonstrate increasing dexterity across an expanding range and at increasing tempos.IM.O.P.IL.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform using correct hand positions to reach appropriate registers of my instrument.IM.O.P.IL.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform with increasing tempo using precise finger placement and bow movement.IM.O.P.IL.4.2

      5. 4.

        I can perform increasingly complex rhythms and meters with precision and produce an expanding variety of articulations with increasing facility.IM.O.P.IM.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform rhythms using a developing knowledge of note and rest values.IM.O.P.IM.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform a variety of articulations.IM.O.P.IM.4.2

        3. 3.

          I can perform music containing compound duple and triple time signatures.IM.O.P.IM.4.3

      6. 4.

        I can produce gradual, controlled dynamic changes and perform extended phrases.IM.O.P.IH.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform using dynamic expression.IM.O.P.IH.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform lyrically shaped dynamics using appropriate bow control.IM.O.P.IH.4.2

      7. 4.

        I can demonstrate fluent fingering/stick/bow technique across the entire range of my instrument.IM.O.P.AL.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform using appropriate hand positions with precise shifting technique and fingerings.IM.O.P.AL.4.1

        2. 2.

          I can perform using a variety of articulations with increasing dexterity.IM.O.P.AL.4.2

      8. 4.

        I can perform with appropriate flexibility within given meter and use advanced articulation techniques in a stylistically appropriate way.IM.O.P.AM.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform with appropriate and well-defined bowing techniques.IM.O.P.AM.4.1

      9. 4.

        I can control pitch and tone quality across expanded dynamic range, using appropriate stylistic nuance and expressive inflections.IM.O.P.AH.4

        1. 1.

          I can perform with technical ease and stylistic integrity.IM.O.P.AH.4.1

  • 5

    I can perform using musical notation.

    1. 5.

      I can identify music notation symbols representing simple familiar tonal and rhythm patterns and tunes.IM.P.NL.5

    2. 1.

      I can identify the pitches in the clef appropriate to my instrument.IM.P.NL.5.1

    3. 2.

      I can identify accidentals and simple key signatures.IM.P.NL.5.2

    4. 3.

      I can identify note values in familiar patterns and tunes.IM.P.NL.5.3

    5. 4.

      I can identify simple familiar rhythm patterns with correspond-ing notation.IM.P.NL.5.4

    6. 5.

      I can perform simple familiar tonal and rhythm patterns and tunes using music notation.IM.P.NM.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform simple familiar rhythm patterns using music notation.IM.P.NM.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform simple familiar tonal patterns using music notation.IM.P.NM.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform simple familiar tunes using music notation.IM.P.NM.5.3

    7. 5.

      I can perform simple unfamiliar tonal and rhythm patterns and tunes using music notation.IM.P.NH.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform simple unfamiliar rhythm patterns using music notation.IM.P.NH.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform simple unfamiliar tonal patterns using music notation.IM.P.NH.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform simple unfamiliar tunes using music notation.IM.P.NH.5.3

    8. 5.

      I can identify music notation symbols representing an expanded set of tonal, rhythmic, technical, expressive, and formal indications.IM.P.IL.5

      1. 1.

        I can identify advanced key signatures in the clef appropriate to my instrument.IM.P.IL.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify advanced note values and meter signatures that represent syncopation and smaller beat subdivisions in my music.IM.P.IL.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can identify technical, expressive, and formal indications in my music.IM.P.IL.5.3

    9. 5.

      I can perform at sight simple unfamiliar musical works.IM.P.IM.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform at sight simple unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches.IM.P.IM.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform at sight simple unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms.IM.P.IM.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform at sight simple unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms at a steady tempo.IM.P.IM.5.3

    10. 5.

      I can perform at sight moderately complex unfamiliar musical works.IM.P.IH.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform at sight moderately complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches.IM.P.IH.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform at sight moderately complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms.IM.P.IH.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform at sight moderately complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms at a steady tempo.IM.P.IH.5.3

    11. 5.

      I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accuracy.IM.P.AL.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches.IM.P.AL.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms.IM.P.AL.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accurate pitches and rhythms at a steady tempo.IM.P.AL.5.3

    12. 5.

      I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accuracy and appropriate expression/interpretation.IM.P.AM.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with correct articulation.IM.P.AM.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with correct dynamics.IM.P.AM.5.2

      3. 3.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with appropriate phrasing.IM.P.AM.5.3

    13. 5.

      I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with accuracy, appropriate expression/interpretation, and fluency.IM.P.AH.5

      1. 1.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar music works with fluency.IM.P.AH.5.1

      2. 2.

        I can perform at sight complex unfamiliar musical works with stylistic integrity.IM.P.AH.5.2

Responding

  • 6

    I can analyze music.

    1. 6.

      I can identify the elements of music in compositions that I hear.IM.R.NL.6

      1. 1.

        I can name the instruments that I hear.IM.R.NL.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify tempo and rhythm.IM.R.NL.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can identify melody, harmony, and form.IM.R.NL.6.3

    2. 6.

      I can identify musical symbols and describe how the elements of music are used.IM.R.NM.6

      1. 1.

        I can describe what I hear in a piece of music using musical vocabulary.IM.R.NM.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify musical terms in written music that I perform and rehearse.IM.R.NM.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can identify musical symbols in my music.IM.R.NM.6.3

    3. 6.

      I can describe how repetition and contrast are used in music and identify key signatures.IM.R.NH.6

      1. 1.

        I can explain how repetition is used in music.IM.R.NH.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe similarities and differences in the music that I hear.IM.R.NH.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can identify key signatures as they appear in music that I see.IM.R.NH.6.3

    4. 6.

      I can identify simple music forms in compositions that I hear and see.IM.R.IL.6

      1. 1.

        I can recognize melodic themes in music that I hear.IM.R.IL.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can recognize form in music that I hear and see.IM.R.IL.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can recognize call and response in music that I hear and see.IM.R.IL.6.3

    5. 6.

      I can identify how the elements of music are used in varying genres.IM.R.IM.6

      1. 1.

        I can identify how the melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, form, and expressive elements are different in varying genres of music.IM.R.IM.6.1

      2. 3.

        I can identify major and minor tonalities.IM.R.IM.6.3

    6. 6.

      I can explain how the elements of music are used in varying genres.IM.R.IH.6

      1. 1.

        I can explain the use of melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, form, and expressive elements in varying genres of music.IM.R.IH.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe how the elements of music function in different genres.IM.R.IH.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can identify forms used in varying genres.IM.R.IH.6.3

    7. 6.

      I can explain how the use of music elements impacts compositions from different historical periods and cultures.IM.R.AL.6

      1. 1.

        I can identify forms used in varying genres and historical periods.IM.R.AL.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe stylistic qualities of music from different historical periods.IM.R.AL.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can describe musical works from different cultures.IM.R.AL.6.3

    8. 6.

      I can examine musical forms in compositions from varying genres and styles.IM.R.AM.6

      1. 1.

        I can describe characteristics of a variety of musical forms.IM.R.AM.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify key signature changes and modulations in relation to form.IM.R.AM.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can describe stylistic qualities of music from different historical periods and how it applies to my instrument.IM.R.AM.6.3

    9. 6.

      I can justify how structure, forms, and performance decisions inform responses to music based on the elements of music.IM.R.AH.6

      1. 1.

        I can identify harmonic structure.IM.R.AH.6.1

      2. 2.

        I can apply stylistic qualities of music from different historical periods as I perform on my instrument.IM.R.AH.6.2

      3. 3.

        I can justify the performance decisions in a variety of musical works.IM.R.AH.6.3

  • 7

    I can evaluate music.

    1. 7.

      I can actively listen to live or recorded performances to identify some musical elementsIM.R.NL.7

      1. 1.

        I can actively listen to music performances.IM.R.NL.7.1

    2. 7.

      I can describe my personal interest in music performances using a given list of music terminology.IM.R.NM.7

      1. 1.

        I can use basic music terminology to describe what I am hearing.IM.R.NM.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can summarize my personal preferences of music.IM.R.NM.7.2

    3. 7.

      I can list the criteria I use to describe my interest in music perform-ances using appropriate music terminology.IM.R.NH.7

      1. 1.

        I can describe some of the elements of music that I hear in a performanceIM.R.NH.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify my personal criteria for evaluating music perform-ances.IM.R.NH.7.2

    4. 7.

      I can describe the quality of music performances using provided criteria.IM.R.IL.7

      1. 1.

        I can describe what contributes to a quality performanceIM.R.IL.7.1

    5. 7.

      I can explain my evaluation of performances of others.IM.R.IM.7

      1. 1.

        I can identify criteria used to evaluate performance of others.IM.R.IM.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe the elements of music that I hear in perform-ances.IM.R.IM.7.2

    6. 7.

      I can describe the quality of my performances and compositions.IM.R.IH.7

      1. 1.

        I can compare my performance to performance of others.IM.R.IH.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can evaluate my compositions using specific criteria.IM.R.IH.7.2

    7. 7.

      I can analyze performances and compositions, offering constructive suggestions for improvement using provided criteria.IM.R.AL.7

      1. 1.

        I can formulate constructive feedback for personal performances.IM.R.AL.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can formulate constructive feedback for the perform-ances of others.IM.R.AL.7.2

    8. 7.

      I can analyze and critique compositions and perform-ances using personally-developed criteria.IM.R.AM.7

      1. 1.

        I can analyze personal compositions and provide recommendations for improvementIM.R.AM.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can analyze performances and provide recommendations for improvementIM.R.AM.7.2

    9. 7.

      I can justify my criteria for evaluating music works and perform-ances based on personal and collaborative research.IM.R.AH.7

      1. 1.

        I can explain criteria used for evaluation.IM.R.AH.7.1

      2. 2.

        I can collaborate with others to assess musical works and perform-ances.IM.R.AH.7.2

      3. 3.

        I can research topics pertaining to musical perform-ance.IM.R.AH.7.3

Connecting

  • 8

    I can relate musical ideas to personal experiences, culture, and history.

    1. 8.

      I can talk about musical ideas based on my personal experiences.IM.C.NL.8

      1. 1.

        I can describe how sound and music is used in my everyday life.IM.C.NL.8.1

    2. 8.

      I can talk about musical ideas based on my culture.IM.C.NM.8

      1. 1.

        I can recognize musical concepts and elements specific to my culture.IM.C.NM.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can recognize how music is used for occasions unique to my culture.IM.C.NM.8.2

    3. 8.

      I can describe musical ideas through my personal experiences and my culture.IM.C.NH.8

      1. 1.

        I can describe how music is used in my life and my community.IM.C.NH.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe how the elements of music are used in my culture.IM.C.NH.8.2

    4. 8.

      I can describe the purpose and value of music in some cultures.IM.C.IL.8

      1. 1.

        I can recognize the significance and intent of music some cultures.IM.C.IL.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify the appropriate music for particular events.IM.C.IL.8.2

    5. 8.

      I can research the purpose and value of music in a specific culture different from my own.IM.C.IM.8

      1. 1.

        I can describe the significance and intent of music from a specific culture.IM.C.IM.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe how music functions in a culture.IM.C.IM.8.2

    6. 8.

      I can analyze how musical ideas influence beliefs, values, or behaviors in a specific culture different from my own.IM.C.IH.8

      1. 1.

        I can interpret how music preferences influence personal values and attitudes.IM.C.IH.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can describe how music is a vehicle of expression that inspires listener to think differently.IM.C.IH.8.2

    7. 8.

      I can research how musical ideas influence beliefs, values, or behaviors in various cultures.IM.C.AL.8

      1. 1.

        I can analyze how genres of music influence social lifestyles and current trends.IM.C.AL.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can explain how music preferences influence group or social stereotypes.IM.C.AL.8.2

    8. 8.

      I can synthesize my research about other cultures and genres to enhance my music performance.IM.C.AM.8

      1. 1.

        I can apply characteristic expressive qualities to my music performance.IM.C.AM.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can apply characteristic techniques to my music performance.IM.C.AM.8.2

    9. 8.

      I can justify the role of music in a global society.IM.C.AH.8

      1. 1.

        I can defend interpretations of music through appropriate musical vocabulary.IM.C.AH.8.1

      2. 2.

        I can justify the role of music as having a common purpose in societies around the world.IM.C.AH.8.2

  • 9

    I can relate music to other arts disciplines, other content areas, and career path choices.

    1. 9.

      I can explore instrumental music concepts among arts disciplines and other content areas.IM.C.NL.9

      1. 1.

        I can identify the relationship between music and another subject in my school.IM.C.NL.9.1

    2. 9.

      I can recognize and use instrumental music concepts among arts disciplines and other content areas.IM.C.NM.9

      1. 1.

        I can demonstrate a relationship between music and another subject in my school.IM.C.NM.9.1

    3. 9.

      I can apply instrumental music concepts to arts disciplines, other content areas, and related careers.IM.C.NH.9

      1. 1.

        I can describe the connection between music and a concept from another subject in my school.IM.C.NH.9.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify careers in music.IM.C.NH.9.2

    4. 9.

      I can explore a range of skills shared among arts disciplines, other content areas, and how they can be applied to a career in music.IM.C.IL.9

      1. 1.

        I can apply music concepts and skills to other arts disciplines and content areas.IM.C.IL.9.1

    5. 9.

      I can recognize specific skills shared among arts disciplines, other content areas, and how they can be applied to a career in music.IM.C.IM.9

      1. 1.

        I can identify music skills that connect to specific content from another arts discipline and content area.IM.C.IM.9.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify skills needed for a career in music.IM.C.IM.9.2

    6. 9.

      I can analyze the tools, concepts, and materials used among arts disciplines, other content areas, and how they are used in music careers.IM.C.IH.9

      1. 1.

        I can apply concepts from other arts disciplines and content areas to my music.IM.C.IH.9.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify materials and tools needed for specific careers in music.IM.C.IH.9.2

    7. 9.

      I can analyze how my interests and skills will prepare me for a career in music.IM.C.AL.9

      1. 1.

        I can identify skills and knowledge required from other content areas as they relate to a career in music.IM.C.AL.9.1

      2. 2.

        I can identify knowledge and skills needed in various careers in music.IM.C.AL.9.2

    8. 9.

      I can create an educational plan for my career choice in music.IM.C.AM.9

      1. 1.

        I can research to set personal goals for my career path.IM.C.AM.9.1

    9. 9.

      I can research societal, political, and cultural issues as they relate to other arts and content areas and apply to my role as a musician.IM.C.AH.9

      1. 1.

        I can analyze complex ideas from other arts disciplines and content areas to inspire my creative work and evaluate its impact on my artistic perspective.IM.C.AH.9.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and Kindergarten
When were these standards adopted?
2017

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