gfps GREAT FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
7-8
General Music & Choir
Grade Seven – Middle School General
Music
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# |
Content
Standard |
# |
Achievement
Benchmark |
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1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
7-1.1 7-1.2 7-1.3 7-1.4 7-1.5 |
Incorporate
additional vocal production and breathing techniques to improve tone Sing melodies,
ostinatos, and descants from notation Interpret
tempos and dynamics to provide variation and expression in response to a
conductor Be introduced to
a variety of songs from the Be introduced
to music from Native American traditions |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
7-2.1 7-2.2 7-2.3 |
Demonstrate
basic instrumental techniques individually and as part of a group (via piano,
hand bells, guitar, or other classroom instrument) Be introduced
to world drumming Echo and repeat
simple syncopated rhythmic patterns |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies, variations,
and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
7-3.1 7-3.2 7-3.3 7-3.4 |
Improvise “answers” to
given rhythmic and melodic phrases Improvise simple rhythmic
and melodic ostinato accompaniments Improvise simple rhythmic
variations and simple melodic embellishments on familiar melodies Improvise short songs and
instrumental pieces, using a variety of sound sources, including traditional
sounds, nontraditional sounds available in the classroom, body sounds, and
sounds produced by electronic means |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
7-4.1 7-4.2 7-4.3 |
Create and arrange music to
accompany readings or dramatizations Create and arrange short
songs and instrumental pieces within specified guidelines Use a variety of sound
sources when composing |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
7-5.1 |
Identify
musical symbols, terms, and signs found in grade 7 materials |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
7-6.1 |
Be introduced
to various musical styles from different periods and cultures |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
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8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
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(No new skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
9. |
Understand
music in relation to history and culture |
7-9.1 |
Identify
musical life skills |
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10. |
Understand
study and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at this level) Ø
Continued
practice and participation of previously covered material |
Grade Eight – Middle School General
Music
|
# |
Content
Standard |
# |
Achievement
Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
8-1.1 |
Incorporate
additional vocal production and breathing techniques to improve tone and
intonation |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
8-2.1 8-2.2 |
Demonstrate
basic guitar techniques to include proper care/respect of instrument,
strumming patterns, chord symbols, tuning, and accompanying individually and
as a part of a group Demonstrate
basic world drumming techniques |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
8-3.1 8-3.2 8-3.3 8-3.4 |
Improvise “answers” to
given rhythmic and melodic phrases Improvise simple rhythmic
and melodic ostinato accompaniments Improvise simple rhythmic
variations and simple melodic embellishments on familiar melodies Improvise short songs and
instrumental pieces, using a variety of sound sources, including traditional
sounds, nontraditional sounds available in the classroom, body sounds, and
sounds produced by electronic means |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
8-4.1 8-4.2 8-4.3 |
Create and arrange music to
accompany readings or dramatizations Create and arrange short
songs and instrumental pieces within specified guidelines Use a variety of sound
sources when composing |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
8-5.1 |
Identify
musical symbols, terms, and signs found in grade 8 materials |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
8-7.1 |
Compare
stylistic differences between various genres of music to including, but not
limited to, musical theater, folk, rock and roll, jazz, and classical |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
8-8.1 |
Identify musical careers in the community |
|
9. |
Understand
music in relation to history and culture |
8-9.1 |
Identify and describe
instrument families and individual instruments (visual) |
|
10. |
Understand
study and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at this level) Ø
Continued
practice and participation of previously covered material |
Grade Eight – Middle School Choir
|
# |
Content
Standard |
# |
Achievement
Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
CH8-1.1 CH8-1.2 CH8-1.3 CH8-1.4 CH8-1.5 CH8-1.6 CH8-1.7 CH8-1.8 CH8-1.9 |
Demonstrate vocal fundamentals dealing with posture and correct
breathing and breath support Demonstrate vocal
fundamentals dealing with open tone development Sing in unison, two part, and three part songs independently and
accurately using proper vocal tone Identify the difference between melody and harmony Rehearse choral literature without constant piano support Demonstrate use of elements of proper diction including vowel
unification and consistency with clear and articulated consonants Demonstrate proper use of
voice in the full ensemble in terms of balance, blend, and timbre Sight read simple melodic and
rhythmic lines including dotted or syncopated figures Demonstrate an understanding
of the use of Solfege for pitch learning and accuracy |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at
this level) |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
CH8-3.1 |
Vocal
students will be introduced to vocal improvisation |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at
this level) |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
CH8-5.1 CH8-5.2 |
Recognize and interpret standard notation
symbols for pitch, rhythm, dynamics, tempo, style, and expression Sight sing simple melodic and rhythmic
lines |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
CH8-6.1 |
Identify poor intonation and balance |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
CH8-7.1 CH8-7.2 |
Develop criteria for evaluating individual and ensemble performance
skills and apply criteria to personal listening and performance using
appropriate terminology Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal and other performances by applying specific criteria
appropriate for the style of the music and offer constructive suggestions for
improvement |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
CH8-8.1 |
Be introduced to opportunities in music
as an avocation or a career in community and beyond |
|
9. |
Understand music
in relation to history and culture |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at
this level) |
|
10. |
Understand study
and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No new skills/knowledge introduced at
this level) Ø Continued practice and participation of
previously covered material |
gfps GREAT FALLS
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
7-8 Band
Grade Seven – Middle
School Band
|
# |
Content Standard |
# |
Achievement Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
7B-1.1 |
Sing medium-easy
grade rhythmic and melodic patterns |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
7B-2.1 7B-2.2 7B-2.3 7B-2.4 7B-2.5 7B-2.6 7B-2.7 7B-2.8 7B-2.9 |
Demonstrate
correct playing position, posture, and embouchure Produce appropriate
basic characteristic tone at piano through forte level throughout the range
of an octave and a half Perform with
technical accuracy a repertoire of medium-easy grade music Perform a one
octave major scale in Bb, F, Eb, and Ab (concert pitch) Perform a one
octave and one-half chromatic scale starting on concert Bb Perform a one
octave natural minor scale in g and c (concert pitch) Demonstrate
sostenuto, staccato, marcato, and accent technique Perform four
measure phrases with proper breathing Perform rhythmic
nuances and tempo changes in response to the conductor |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
7B-3.1 7B-3.2 |
Improvise “answers” to given
rhythmic and melodic phrases Improvise simple rhythmic
variations and simple melodic embellishments on familiar melodies |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
7B-5.1 7B-5.2 7B-5.3 7B-5.4 7B-5.5 |
Be introduced to
triple meter and 6/8 time Interpret and
perform rhythm patterns which include whole, dotted half, half, quarter,
dotted quarter, and eighth notes and rests at a moderate tempo in 2/4, 3/4,
and 4/4 time using a syllable system (using
a steady pulse) Be introduced to
a numerical rhythm system through both aural and written work Identify and
interpret symbols and terms referring to dynamics, tempo, and articulation
while performing medium-easy music Identify and
demonstrate triple subdivisions of the beat (triplets) |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
7B-6.1 7B-6.2 |
Identify “beats” associated
with poor intonation between different instruments of the same range Demonstrate
ensemble sound as it relates to the “Pyramid of Sound” concept |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
7B-7.1 7B-7.2 |
Identify ensemble performance problems and make constructive
suggestions for improvement Be introduced to criteria for evaluating the quality and
effectiveness of both live and recorded performances |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
7B-8.1 |
Identify music careers in the community and beyond |
|
9. |
Understand music
in relation to history and culture |
7B-9.1 |
Be introduced to
various periods of music history through music literature |
|
10. |
Understand study
and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) Ø
Continued
practice and participation of previously covered material |
Grade Eight – Middle
School Band
|
# |
Content Standard |
# |
Achievement Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
8B-1.1 |
Vocalize a
unison pitch for ear training purposes |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
8B-2.1 8B-2.2 8B-2.3 8B-2.4 8B-2.5 8B-2.6 8B-2.7 8B-2.8 8B-2.9 |
Demonstrate
correct playing position, posture, and embouchure Produce
appropriate basic characteristic tone at piano through forte level throughout
the range of two octaves Perform with technical accuracy a
repertoire of medium-easy grade music Perform a one
octave major scale in C, F, Bb, Eb, and Ab (concert pitch) Perform a two
octave chromatic scale in Bb or F (concert pitch) Perform a one octave natural minor scale
in a, d, g, c, and f (concert pitch) Identify vibrato Identify alternate fingerings/positions Perform with
well-developed ensemble skills in response to a conductor |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
8B-3.1 |
Instrumental students will
be introduced to simple instrumental improvisation |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
8B-5.1 8B-5.2 8B-5.3 8B-5.4 8B-5.5 8B-5.6 |
Read rhythms including sixteenth and
triplet figures in 6/8 and 2/2 time Interpret and
perform rhythm patterns which include whole, dotted half, half, quarter,
dotted quarter, and eighth notes and rests at a moderate tempo in 2/4, 3/4,
and 4/4 time using a syllable system
(using a steady pulse) Use a numerical
system to read and notate rhythms found in grade medium-easy music Read note names,
symbols, and terms referring to pitch, dynamics, tempo, articulation, and
expression; and interpret them correctly while performing medium-easy music Identify enharmonic Sight read easy music |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
8B-6.1 8B-6.2 8B-6.3 |
Demonstrate good listening habits by adjusting tuning
as needed Demonstrate
understanding of Pyramid of Sound concept in full ensemble and sectional
playing during changing dynamics (p-F) Identify
specific forms found in medium-easy grade music (March, Overture, |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
8B-7.1 |
Develop criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of
both live and recorded performances and apply the criteria to personal
performances and listening |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
8B-8.1 |
Identify cross-curricular connections with other school subjects
and music |
|
9. |
Understand music
in relation to history and culture |
8B-9.1 |
Listen to,
describe, and/or perform music representing diverse genres, cultures, and
historical periods |
|
10. |
Understand study
and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) Ø
Continued
practice and participation of previously covered material |
gfps GREAT FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
7-8 Orchestra
Grade Seven – Middle
School Orchestra
|
# |
Content Standard |
# |
Achievement Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
7O-1.1 |
Sing
medium-easy grade rhythmic and melodic patterns |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
7O-2.1 7O-2.2 7O-2.3 7O-2.4 7O-2.5 7O-2.6 7O-2.7 7O-2.8 7O-2.9 |
Demonstrate
level appropriate correct left and right hand playing position, instrument
support, and posture Produce
appropriate characteristic tone at mezzo forte and forte level Demonstrate level
appropriate bowing styles –Staccato, legato Demonstrate
basic bow division Perform finger patterns #1
and #2 Perform a one
octave scale in D, G, and C major and d
minor Perform rhythm
patterns with a steady pulse in four independent parts Perform with
technical accuracy a varied repertoire of medium-easy string orchestra music Be introduced
to shifting |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
7O-5.1 7O-5.2 7O-5.3 7O-5.4 7O-5.5 7O-5.6 7O-5.7 |
Identify note
names on all strings in all known keys as related to first position Interpret
rhythm patterns which include whole, dotted half, half, quarter, eighth and
dotted quarter notes and rests in 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 and C time Be introduced
to duple subdivision Identify
symbols and terms found in medium-easy music Identify D and G major key
signatures Be introduced to C major
key signature Sight read easy music |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
7O-6.1 7O-6.2 7O-6.3 7O-6.4 |
Discriminate between sharp
and flat and adjust own pitch Adjust open strings
to correct pitch using fine tuners Identify
perfect intervals Be introduced
to balance and blend |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
7O-7.1 7O-7.2 |
Apply criteria
for evaluating live and recorded individual and ensemble performances Identify ensemble performance problems and make constructive
suggestions for improvement |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
7O-8.1 |
Compare,
contrast, and integrate other school subjects with music |
|
9. |
Understand music
in relation to history and culture |
7O-9.1 |
Be introduced
to relationships between music and historical and cultural events |
|
10. |
Understand
study and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
|
(No
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) Ø
Continued
practice and participation of previously covered material |
Grade Eight – Middle
School Orchestra
|
# |
Content Standard |
# |
Achievement Benchmark |
|
1. |
Sing, alone and
with others, a varied repertoire of music |
8O-1.1 |
Hum a unison
pitch for tuning purposes |
|
2. |
Perform on
instruments, alone and in groups, a varied repertoire of music |
8O-2.1 8O-2.2 8O-2.3 8O-2.4 8O-2.5 8O-2.6 8O-2.7 8O-2.8 8O-2.9 |
Demonstrate
level appropriate correct left and right hand playing position, instrument
support, and posture Produce appropriate
characteristic tone at piano, mezzo forte, and forte level demonstrating
proper arm weight, bow speed, and contact points Demonstrate
level appropriate bowing styles –Marcato, hooked, tremelo Perform finger patterns #1
and #2 Be introduced to finger
pattern #3 Perform a two
octave scale in D, G, C major, a one octave scale in F and A major, d minor, and D chromatic Perform with
technical accuracy a varied repertoire of medium string orchestra music Be introduced to
vibrato Perform music of
diverse genres and styles, with expression appropriate for the work being
studied |
|
3. |
Improvise melodies,
variations, and accompaniments (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
4. |
Compose and arrange music
within specified guidelines (Optional Curricular Enrichment) |
|
(No new
skills/knowledge introduced at this level) |
|
5. |
Read and notate music |
8O-5.1 8O-5.2 8O-5.3 8O-5.4 8O-5.5 8O-5.6 8O-5.7 8O-5.8 8O-5.9 |
Identify note
names on all strings in all known keys as related to first position Interpret rhythm
patterns which include whole, dotted half, half, dotted quarter, quarter,
dotted eighth, and eighth notes and rests in 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, C, 2/2, and 6/8
time Be introduced to
triple subdivision Demonstrate
knowledge of numerical rhythm system Interpret syncopation which
include half, quarter, and eighth note and rest figures Identify symbols and terms
found in medium music Identify A, D, G, C, and F
major key signatures Name flats and sharps in
order Sight read medium-easy music |
|
6. |
Listen to,
analyze, and describe music |
8O-6.1 8O-6.2 8O-6.3 8O-6.4 |
Be introduced to peg tuning Identify major
and minor triads Identify melody
and harmony Demonstrate
appropriate balance and blend |
|
7. |
Evaluate music and music
performances |
8O-7.1 |
Attend and evaluate a live symphony orchestra performance |
|
8. |
Understand the
relationship between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts |
8O-8.1 |
Compare,
contrast, and integrate other school subjects with music |
|
9. |
Understand music
in relation to history and culture |
8O-9.1 |
Be introduced to examples of performance
role models |
|
10. |
Understand study
and participation skills necessary for musical groups |
5O-8.1 |
Be introduced to a concert
setting involving a guest conductor |