There are three main areas of music study that each hold specific objectives for all students, K-5.

They are as follows: 

 

 

 

 

As each student progresses through the hierarchy of each respective grade level, the specific objectives

build (or scaffold) on each other.  Examples of specific standards are listed below:

 

-Apply the elements of music and musical techniques in order to sing and play music with accuracy and expression

-Interpret the sound and symbol systems of music

-Create music using a variety of sound sources

 

-Understand the interacting elements to respond to music and music performances

 

-Understand global, interdisciplinary, and 21st century connections with music. 

 

 

For a complete and thorough look at the clarifying objectives for the three main areas of music study, please click the link below!

 

http://www.ncpublicschools.org/docs/acre/standards/new-standards/arts/music/k-8.pdf