Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Music: Novice

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Expression of MusicMU.NO.1

  • 1

    Perform/Demonstrate contrasting pieces of music, making interpretive and expressive choices.MU.NO.1.1

    1. a

      Perform/Demonstrate music with accurate rhythms. (See Skill Level N in Appendix) MU.NO.1.1.a

    2. b

      Perform/Demonstrate music with accurate pitches and intonation. (See Skill Level N in Appendix) MU.NO.1.1.b

    3. c

      Perform/Demonstrate music with expressive qualities. (See Skill Level N in Appendix) MU.NO.1.1.c

  • 2

    Perform/Demonstrate music in unison and two-parts accurately and with effective technique in order to convey intent.MU.NO.1.2

    1. a

      Perform/Demonstrate with effective technique and using consistent tone quality, intonation, balance, diction/articulation, and phrasing appropriate for the piece of music chosen. (See Skill Level N in Appendix) MU.NO.1.2.a

    2. b

      Respond to written or visual cues for tempo, simple dynamics, and time signatures. (See Skill Level N in Appendix)MU.NO.1.2.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate the ability to adjust elements of music (pitch, rhythm, dynamics, timbre, texture, balance, blend, and phrasing). (See Skill Level N in Appendix) MU.NO.1.2.c

  • 3

    Apply teacher and peer critiques and self-reflection to refine individual and/or ensemble performances. MU.NO.1.3

    1. a

      Identify and apply teacher and peer feedback to rehearse, refine, and determine when a piece is ready to perform.MU.NO.1.3.a

    2. b

      Apply self-reflection process to refine musical performanceMU.NO.1.3.b

Creation of MusicMU.NO.2

  • 1

    Create simple melodic and rhythmic ideas to convey intent. MU.NO.2.1

    1. a

      Create/Compose melodic and rhythmic musical ideas within structured parameters using a variety of notation methods (e.g., written, iconic, electronic, recording). (See Skill Level N in the Appendix)MU.NO.2.1.a

    2. b

      Improvise basic melodic or rhythmic phrases over accompaniment. (See Skill Level N in the Appendix) MU.NO.2.1.b

    3. c

      Arrange an existing piece by changing one musical element. (See Skill Level N in the Appendix) MU.NO.2.1.c

Theory of MusicMU.NO.3

  • 1

    Read, notate, and identify musical symbols by name or function for rhythm, pitch, articulation, and dynamics. MU.NO.3.1

    1. a

      Identify by name or function, and notate musical symbols. (See Skill Level N in the Appendix)MU.NO.3.1.a

    2. b

      Sight-read, observing all musical symbols, tempo indications, expressive indications, and technical indications. (See Skill Level N in the Appendix)MU.NO.3.1.b

    3. c

      Notate melodic and/or rhythmic patterns. (See Skill Level N in the Appendix) MU.NO.3.1.c

  • 2

    Analyze structure, use of musical elements, and expressive choices within musical creations.MU.NO.3.2

    1. a

      Identify how the use of repetition, similarities and contrasts inform the response to music.MU.NO.3.2.a

    2. b

      Analyze a musical excerpt and describe the creator’s application of musical structures and elements. MU.NO.3.2.b

  • 3

    Aurally identify and differentiate elements of a piece of music.MU.NO.3.3

    1. a

      Listen to a simple rhythmic phrase and notate the accurate rhythm. MU.NO.3.3.a

    2. b

      Aurally recall a simple melodic phrase.MU.NO.3.3.b

    3. c

      Aurally compare and contrast different tonalities. MU.NO.3.3.c

  • 4

    Aurally identify musical styles/genres. MU.NO.3.4

    1. a

      Listen to a piece of music and identify the style/genre based on musical characteristics such as form/structure, instrumentation, lyrical content, and vocal or instrumental nuances.MU.NO.3.4.a

Response to MusicMU.NO.4

  • 1

    Respond to musical performances using prescribed criteria.MU.NO.4.1

    1. a

      Identify criteria used in evaluating various kinds of musical performances. MU.NO.4.1.a

    2. b

      Employ basic specific music terminology related to elements of performance and evaluation to discuss a music performance.MU.NO.4.1.b

    3. c

      Interpret a piece of work and explain how creators’ and performers’ application of the elements of music and expressive qualities within genres, cultures, and historical periods convey expressive intent.MU.NO.4.1.c

    4. d

      Interpret a piece of work from a personal perspective and explain how the musical element affect the emotional state of the listener. MU.NO.4.1.d

  • 2

    Articulate and explain personal preferences as a music consumer.MU.NO.4.2

    1. a

      Create a program of music (such as a CD mix, playlist, or live performances) and demonstrate the connections to a personal interest or experience for a specific purpose.MU.NO.4.2.a

    2. b

      Describe, citing evidence, how personal preferences influence music consumerism.MU.NO.4.2.b

  • 3

    Identify and describe uses for music in different world cultures. MU.NO.4.3

    1. a

      Explain why particular pieces of music are important to one’s family or cultural heritage.MU.NO.4.3.a

    2. b

      Describe various ways music is used and enjoyed in different cultural traditions.MU.NO.4.3.b

  • 4

    Identify how music has been used in different historical periods and cultural and social contexts.MU.NO.4.4

    1. a

      Listen to and analyze music from an historical period and describe how the music reflects the context of the period.MU.NO.4.4.a

    2. b

      Identify and describe how historical context can inform a performance.MU.NO.4.4.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Music - Colorado Academic Standards - Adopted 2022

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