Elementary Music
Philosophy
The Elementary Music Program provides for students' growth in understanding of musical development of the elements of music - duration, pitch, structure, timbre, and expressive controls.
The place of music in the curriculum of a school system is validated not by the quantity of musical activities but by the quality of the musical experiences made available to children.
We must recognize our obligation to improve this quality as children's experiences continue. It is through singing, moving, listening, creating, and playing instruments that students will be able to explore all aspects of music.
The musical value of these experiences will enable the students to discover: what music is, what in music is most enjoyable to them, their own aptitudes and skills.
A constant factor in the Music Program is the dedication of the staff and the determination of the music department to provide a sound music education for all elementary children through pleasurable and rewarding musical experiences.
Vocal Musical Goals
- Master the fundamental elements of music: duration, pitch, timbre, and structure.
- Respond to the expressive qualities of music.
- Develop a variety of performance, translative, and aural skills.
- Understand the diverse styles of music.
Instrumental Musical Goals
- Master the fundamental elements of music: duration, pitch, timbre, and form.
- Respond to the expressive qualities of music.
- Adopt a proper playing position and posture to achieve a quality tone.
- Develop aural skill competencies and translative skills.