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K–12 Standards

Music: Grade 2

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  • 1.

    The student describes and analyzes musical sound. The student is expected to:2.1

    1. A.

      identify choral voices, including unison versus ensemble;2.1.A

    2. B.

      identify instruments visually and aurally;2.1.B

    3. C.

      use known music terminology to explain musical examples of tempo, including presto, moderato, and andante, and dynamics, including fortissimo and pianissimo; and2.1.C

    4. D.

      identify and label simple small forms such as aaba and abac.2.1.D

  • 2.

    The student reads, writes, and reproduces music notation. Technology and other tools may be used to read, write, and reproduce musical examples. The student is expected to:2.2

    1. A.

      read, write, and reproduce rhythmic patterns using standard notation in 2/4 meter, including half note/half rest;2.2.A

    2. B.

      read, write, and reproduce pentatonic melodic patterns using standard staff notation; and2.2.B

    3. C.

      read, write, and reproduce basic music terminology, including allegro/largo and forte/piano.2.2.C

  • 3.

    The student performs a varied repertoire of developmentally appropriate music in informal or formal settings. The student is expected to:2.3

    1. A.

      sing tunefully or play classroom instruments, including rhythmic and melodic patterns, independently or in groups;2.3.A

    2. B.

      sing songs or play classroom instruments from diverse cultures and styles, independently or in groups;2.3.B

    3. C.

      move alone or with others to a varied repertoire of music using gross and fine locomotor and non-locomotor movement;2.3.C

    4. D.

      perform simple part work, including rhythmic ostinato, and vocal exploration such as singing, speaking, and chanting; and2.3.D

    5. E.

      perform music using tempo, including presto, moderato, and andante, and dynamics, including fortissimo and pianissimo.2.3.E

  • 4.

    The student creates and explores new musical ideas. The student is expected to:2.4

    1. A.

      create rhythmic phrases using known rhythms;2.4.A

    2. B.

      create melodic phrases using known pitches; and2.4.B

    3. C.

      explore new musical ideas in phrases using singing voice and classroom instruments.2.4.C

  • 5.

    The student examines music in relation to history and cultures. The student is expected to:2.5

    1. A.

      sing songs and play musical games, including patriotic, folk, and seasonal music;2.5.A

    2. B.

      examine short musical excerpts from various periods or times in history and diverse and local cultures; and2.5.B

    3. C.

      identify simple interdisciplinary concepts relating to music.2.5.C

  • 6.

    The student listens to, responds to, and evaluates music and musical performances. The student is expected to:2.6

    1. A.

      begin to practice appropriate audience behavior during live or recorded performances;2.6.A

    2. B.

      recognize known rhythmic and melodic elements in simple aural examples using known terminology;2.6.B

    3. C.

      distinguish between rhythms, higher/lower pitches, louder/softer dynamics, faster/slower tempos, and simple patterns in musical performances; and2.6.C

    4. D.

      respond verbally or through movement to short musical examples.2.6.D

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2013
Where can I read the official document?
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Music

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