Common Planner
K–12 Standards

General Music: Grade 6

Other Tennessee Fine Arts sets

Perform6.GM.P

  • 1

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for performance.  6.GM.P1

    1. A

      Apply teacher-provided criteria for selecting music to perform for a specific purpose and/or context, and explain why each was chosen. 6.GM.P1.A

    2. B

      Explain how understanding the structure and the elements of music are used in music selected for performance.6.GM.P1.B

    3. C

      Perform a selected piece of music, demonstrating how interpretations of the elements of music and the expressive qualities (such as dynamics, tempo, timbre, articulation/style, and phrasing) convey intent.  6.GM.P1.C

  • 2

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for performance.  6.GM.P2

    1. A

      Identify and apply teacher-provided criteria (such as correct interpretation of notation, technical accuracy, originality, and interest) to rehearse, refine, and determine when a piece is ready to perform.  6.GM.P2.A

  • 3

    Convey and express meaning through the performance of artistic work.  6.GM.P3

    1. A

      Perform music with technical accuracy to convey the creator’s intent. 6.GM.P3.A

    2. B

      Demonstrate performance decorum (such as stage presence, attire, and behavior) and audience etiquette appropriate for venue and purpose.  6.GM.P3.B

Create6.GM.Cr

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.  6.GM.Cr1

    1. A

      Generate simple rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic phrases within AB and ABA forms that convey expressive intent.  6.GM.Cr1.A

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work. 6.GM.Cr2

    1. A

      Select, organize, construct, and document personal musical ideas for arrangements and compositions within AB or ABA form that demonstrate an effective beginning, middle, and ending, and convey expressive intent.  6.GM.Cr2.A

    2. B

      Use standard and/or iconic notation and/or audio/videorecording to document personal simple rhythmic phrases, melodic phrases, and two-chord harmonic musical ideas. 6.GM.Cr2.B

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work. 6.GM.Cr3

    1. A

      Self-evaluate one’s work, applying teacher-provided criteria such as application of selected elements of music and use of sound sources. 6.GM.Cr3.A

    2. B

      Describe the rationale for making revisions to music, based on evaluation criteria and feedback from a teacher. 6.GM.Cr3.B

    3. C

      Present the final version of a documented personal composition or arrangement, using craftsmanship and originality to demonstrate an effective beginning, middle, and ending, and convey expressive intent. 6.GM.Cr3.C

Respond6.GM.R

  • 1

    Perceive and analyze artistic work. 6.GM.R1

    1. A

      Select or choose music to listen to, and explain the connections to specific interests or experiences for a specific purpose.  6.GM.R1.A

    2. B

      Describe how the elements of music and expressive qualities relate to the structure of the pieces.  6.GM.R1.B

    3. C

      Identify the context of music from a variety of genres, cultures, and historical periods.  6.GM.R1.C

  • 2

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work. 6.GM.R2

    1. A

      Describe a personal interpretation of how creators’ and performers’ application of the elements of music and expressive qualities, within genres and cultural and historical context, convey expressive intent. 6.GM.R2.A

  • 3

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.  6.GM.R3

    1. A

      Apply teacher-provided criteria to evaluate musical works or performances.  6.GM.R3.A

Connect6.GM.Cn

  • 1

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to artistic endeavors. 6.GM.Cn1

    1. A

      Demonstrate how interests, knowledge, and skills relate to personal choices and intent when creating, performing, and responding to music. 6.GM.Cn1.A

  • 2

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context.  6.GM.Cn2

    1. A

      Demonstrate understanding of relationships between music and the other arts, other disciplines, varied contexts, and daily life. 6.GM.Cn2.A

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6
Where can I read the official document?
Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts

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