World Music
Level 2
I can perform the music with technical accuracy to convey the creator’s intent.
I can perform a selected piece of music demonstrating how the interpretations of the elements of music and the expressive qualities (such as dynamics, tempo, timbre, articulation/style, and phrasing) convey intent.
I can identify and apply teacher-provided criteria (such as correct interpretation of notation, technical accuracy, originality, and interest) to rehearse, refine, and determine when a piece is ready to perform
World Music Unit
Level 1:
I can describe how the elements of music and expressive qualities relate to the structure of the pieces.
I can identify the context of music from a variety of genres, cultures, and historical periods.
I can select music to listen to and explain the connections to specific interests or experiences for a specific purpose.
Level 3
I can describe a personal interpretation of how creators’ and performers’ application of the elements of music and expressive qualities, within genres and cultural and historical context, convey expressive intent
I can analyze and explain how the music of another culture is similar to, overlaps with, and differs from music from the United States.
I recognize Music is a part of every civilization and
All over the world, people use music to express emotions to:
Comfort their babies with lullabies
Celebrate Birthdays and Holidays
Commemorate Patriotism and Heritage
Communicate Spirituality
Connect to one another