Grade Cluster | K-4 | 5-8 | 9-12 |
Benchmark 1 | Understand and apply basic music vocabulary to describe aesthetic qualities of musical compositions (1, 4) | Understand and apply expanded music vocabulary to describe aesthetic qualities of musical compositions (1, 4) | Understand and apply advanced music vocabulary to describe aesthetic qualities of musical compositions (1, 4) |
Benchmark 2 | Recognize and respond to concepts of beauty and taste in the ideas and creations of others through the study of music (1, 4, 5) | Recognize that concepts of beauty differ by culture and that taste varies from person to person (1, 4, 5) | Distinguish unique characteristics of music as it reflects concepts of beauty and quality of life in various cultures (1, 4, 5) |
Benchmark 3 | Demonstrate awareness of where and how music is used in daily life and within the community (1, 4, 5) | Describe the emotional and intellectual impact of music in various contexts (1, 4, 5) | Analyze and express the impact of music on intellect and emotions (1, 4, 5) |
Benchmark 4 | Recognize that there are many possibilities and choices available in the creative processes of music (4) | Demonstrate awareness of various traditional and technological options pertaining to creative processes in music (1, 4) | Compare and contrast traditional and technological options available for artistic expression in music (1, 4) |
Benchmark 5 | Participate in guided inquiry into the basic question "What is music?" and share personal feelings or preferences about music (1, 5) | Discuss the question "What is music?" and express intuitive reactions and personal responses to various works (1, 4) | Question/weigh evidence and information, examine intuitive reactions, and articulate personal attitudes toward musical works (1, 2, 5) |
Benchmark 6 | Recognize and demonstrate behavior appropriate for various musical environments (4, 5) | Demonstrate and discuss behavior appropriate for various musical environments (1, 4, 5) | Evaluate and discuss appropriateness of behavior for different types of musical environments (2, 4, 5) |
La. Admin. Code tit. 28, § LI-519