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K–12 Standards

Music: Sixth Grade

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Creating (CR) 

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    Generate musical ideas through reading, notating, and/or interpreting music. M.CR.1

    1. 1

      Define and use correct terminology to identify and discuss the elements of music, including:6.M.CR.1.1

      1. A

        Beat/Meter (mixed meter)6.M.CR.1.1.A

      2. B

        Pitch (high/middle/low)6.M.CR.1.1.B

      3. C

        Tempo6.M.CR.1.1.C

      4. D

        Dynamics6.M.CR.1.1.D

      5. E

        Melody (diatonic scale)6.M.CR.1.1.E

      6. F

        Harmony (major/minor chords)6.M.CR.1.1.F

      7. G

        Form (theme and variations)6.M.CR.1.1.G

      8. H

        Tone Color (duet, trio, quartet)6.M.CR.1.1.H

    2. 2

      Improvise melodic and rhythmic answers with or without a system of syllables, numbers or basic notation using voice, classroom instruments, or technology to demonstrate basic notation. 6.M.CR.1.2

    3. 3

      Improvise movement (non-locomotor and locomotor) appropriate for the musical elements heard in various listening examples with and without partners or groups. 6.M.CR.1.3

    4. 4

      Use an identified system of syllables, numbers, or letters to demonstrate basic notation on a staff: 6.M.CR.1.4

      1. A

        Rhythmic (triplets)6.M.CR.1.4.A

      2. B

        Melodic (bass clef, grand staff, and minor scale)6.M.CR.1.4.B

Performing (PR) 

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    Present or demonstrate an existing musical work, formally or informally, with appropriate expressive and technical skills. M.PR.1

    1. 1

      Participate in music through singing (individually and in groups, as well as accompanied and unaccompanied) and playing traditional and/or non-traditional instruments (i.e., found sounds). 6.M.PR.1.1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate the ability to match pitch and read music from basic notation in treble or bass clef (e.g., folk songs and patriotic songs). 6.M.PR.1.2

    3. 3

      Perform created ostinati using instruments or body percussion to accompany songs and rhythm activities.6.M.PR.1.3

    4. 4

      Perform and create simple melodies and accompaniments in solo or group ensembles through singing and playing traditional or non-traditional instruments, demonstrating knowledge of tonal and rhythmic elements. 6.M.PR.1.4

    5. 5

      Sing two- or three-part rounds, partner songs, and ostinatos. 6.M.PR.1.5

    6. 6

      Sing or play an instrument in an appropriate range with acceptable tone quality. 6.M.PR.1.6

Responding (RE)

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    Respond to music while demonstrating respect for others’ music preferences and music performances. M.RE.1

    1. 1

      Respond to the beat or rhythm in music by using non-locomotor or locomotor movement, body percussion, and playing classroom instruments.6.M.RE.1.1

    2. 2

      Recognize and practice appropriate audience and performer behavior appropriate for the context and style of music performed and demonstrate respect for music performed by others. 6.M.RE.1.2

    3. 3

      Respond with movement to basic features (dynamics, tempo, form, etc.) of familiar and unfamiliar songs. 6.M.RE.1.3

    4. 4

      Compare and contrast different music styles and identify criteria for evaluating a musical composition or a music performance.6.M.RE.1.4

Connecting (CN)

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    Recognize the development of music from a social, cultural, and historical context.M.CN.1

    1. 1

      Sing and perform songs, chants, rhymes, singing games, and dances from a variety of cultures. 6.M.CN.1.1

    2. 2

      Recognize, describe, and listen to music from a variety of styles, periods, and cultures. 6.M.CN.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify and differentiate the use of musical elements and instruments from other parts of the world, and compare them to the use of musical elements in American music.6.M.CN.1.3

    4. 4

      Explore and research the various roles and careers musicians have in various musical settings and cultures. 6.M.CN.1.4

    5. 5

      Explore and research uses of music in everyday life (e.g., film, television, background music, commercials, and video games). 6.M.CN.1.5

    6. 6

      Identify ways in which music evokes sensory, emotional, personal, and intellectual responses, including ways in which music can be persuasive. 6.M.CN.1.6

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

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