Source: The provisions of this §117.15 adopted to be effective September 1, 1998, 22 TexReg 4943.

• (1) Perception. The student describes and analyzes musical sound and demonstrates musical artistry. The student is expected to:

  1. categorize a variety of musical sounds, including children's and adults' voices; woodwind, brass, string, percussion, keyboard, and electronic instruments; and instruments of various cultures;
  2. use standard terminology in explaining music, music notation, musical instruments and voices, and musical performances; and
  3. identify music forms presented aurally such as AB, ABA, and rondo.

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• (2) Creative expression/performance. The student performs a varied repertoire of music. The student is expected to:

  1. sing or play a classroom instrument independently or in groups; and
  2. sing songs from diverse cultures and styles or play such songs on a musical instrument.

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• (3) Creative expression/performance. The student reads and writes music notation. The student is expected to:

  1. read and write music notation, using a system (letters, numbers, syllables);
  2. incorporate basic rhythmic patterns in simple meters in musical compositions; and
  3. identify music symbols and terms referring to dynamics and tempo, interpreting them appropriately when performing.

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• (4) Creative expression/performance. The student creates and arranges music within specified guidelines. The student is expected to:

  1. create rhythmic and melodic phrases; and
  2. create simple accompaniments.

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• (5) Historical/cultural heritage. The student relates music to history, to society, and to culture. The student is expected to:

  1. identify aurally-presented excerpts of music representing diverse genres, styles, periods, and cultures;
  2. perform music and movement from diverse cultures;
  3. perform music representative of American and Texas heritage; and
  4. identify connections between music and the other fine arts.

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• (6) Response/evaluation. The student responds to and evaluates music and musical performance. The student is expected to:

  1. apply basic criteria in evaluating musical performances and compositions;
  2. justify, using music terminology, personal preferences for specific music works and styles; and
  3. practice concert etiquette as an actively involved listener during live performances.

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