S T A N D A R D S
( ( S T U D E N T S S H O U L D B E A B L E T O … )
, , B E N C H M A R K S A N D E X P E C T A T I I O N S
1. Sing with accurate intonation & rhythm to enhance performance on their instrument
2. Sing appropriate vocal lines as required by selected literature
9-12.B. Play a large and varied repertoire of instrumental literature with expression
and technical accuracy, demonstrating appropriate independent and ensemble skill
1. Demonstrate proper care and maintenance of instrument
2. Demonstrate proper mechanics of playing instrument (correct posture, playing position,
embouchure, etc.)
3. Play a variety of instrumental literature with appropriate timbre, including vibrato
as it relates to tonal enrichment for those instruments where vibrato is characteristic
4. Demonstrate appropriate musicianship (e.g. phrasing, dynamics, expression, etc.)
when playing a variety of instrumental literature
5. Play a variety of instrumental literature with rhythmic, tonal, & technical accuracy
Advanced = advanced literature
6. Display proper rehearsal and performance behavior
7. Participate in full band and individual or small group lessons
8. Perform in public band performances: large ensemble, small ensemble and solo
9. Blend instrumental timbres & demonstrate appropriate balance when performing in
an ensemble
10. Accurately interpret conductor cues and nuances when playing in an ensemble
11. Play by ear and/or memory, select instrumental literature
12. Perform notes, alternate stickings/positions & ornamentation as needed for
instrument range & required by grade level method book/band literature requirements
Proficient/Advanced = Percussionists perform with fluency on keyboard percussion,
snare, timpani, and all auxiliary percussion instrument
13. Demonstrate accuracy and fluency in playing scales:
Proficient = Major scales though 5 flats/4 sharps, extend range of chromatic scale
from memory, study natural, harmonic & melodic minor scales
Advanced = Extended range of all major scales and chromatic scale from memory,
minor scales —through two sharps and flats (natural, harmonic, melodic)
14. Appropriately tune instrument
9-12.C. Develop a positive self-image through displaying proper posture, body movements, and stage presence in relation to music performance
1. Demonstrate body movements in musical/rhythmic context and respond appropriately to
changes in tempo
2. Demonstrate kinesthetic awareness, concentration and focus in musical performance,
displaying proper posture and stage presence
3. Take responsibility for the health of their bodies, thus learning that self-discipline is
a prerequisite for positive achievement in music
4. Demonstrate knowledge that music performance is the product of intentional and
intelligent physical actions
5. Display body movements that demonstrate a level of consistency and reliability in
performing technical instrumental skills
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9-12.D. Identify and evaluate the effectiveness of specific music elements in a variety of music literature
1. Aurally and visually recognize various meters, tempi & melodic/rhythmic patterns
2. Aurally recognize major and minor tonalities (scales/chords) as appropriate to the music
3. Identify specific musical parts and how they function within the texture of the
music (melody vs. harmony, etc.)
4. Aurally & visually identify a variety of forms, styles and genres of music
5. Aurally and visually identify various solos and ensembles, discriminating among a
variety of vocal and instrumental timbres
6. Evaluate a given musical work in terms of its aesthetic qualities and explain (using
appropriate & varied music vocabulary) the musical means it uses to evoke feelings
and emotions
7. Evolve specific criteria for making informed critical evaluations of the quality &
effectiveness of: performances, compositions, arrangements and improvisations,
and apply this to their personal participation in music
9-12.E. Accurately read, write, & execute standard/non-standard notation symbols
1. Accurately identify, write, and perform standard notation symbols for pitch, rhythm,
dynamics, tempi, articulation and expression appropriate to grade level
2. Sight-read, accurately and expressively, appropriate instrumental literature
3. Identify, write, and perform non-standard notation symbols as required by the
instrumental literature (i.e.: stopped horn, muting, sound effects, etc.)
4. Visually identify and perform major/minor tonalities (scales/chords)
5. Demonstrate ability to read an instrumental score
9-12.F. Demonstrate knowledge of various music literature, composers,and musicians from different cultures and historical periods
1. Identify and perform instrumental literature from various historical periods/cultures
2. Identify and perform a variety of genres/styles of instrumental literature
3. Identify composers and their music from various historical periods and cultures
4. Demonstrate knowledge of how the principles & subject matter of other disciplines
(language arts, math, sciences, etc.)are interrelated with those of music
5. Demonstrate audience behavior appropriate for the context and style of the
music performed
6. Identify various roles that musicians perform and site representative individuals who
have functioned in each role, describing their activities and achievements
7. Demonstrate appropriate performance practices as they relate to the historical
and cultural aspects of the music literature
1. Improvise, compose, and/or arrange a variety of rhythmic variations
2. Improvise, compose and/or arrange melodies & harmonies
3. Use a variety of traditional and nontraditional sound sources & technology
when composing and arranging