Third Grade Music
Music produces creativity, innovation, and cornerstone life skills that will be the key to opening doors for a more diverse and competitive workforce. Students of music use critical thinking, self-assessment, reasoning, problem solving, and collaboration, and make connections in new and imaginative ways as they progress through their musical education. All of these skills prepare our students for higher education and the 21st century workforce. These standards outline the knowledge and skills needed by all Colorado citizens to participate productively in an increasingly creative economy and innovative society.
| Standards and Grade Level Expectations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Expression of Music | 1 | Perform from memory and use simple traditional notation | 2 | Perform extended rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic patterns |
| Creation of Music | 1 | Create short musical phrases and patterns |
2 | Notate music using basic notation structure |
| Theory of Music | 1 | Apply and demonstrate use of basic dynamics, tempo, meter, and articulation using appropriate music vocabulary | 2 | Analyze simple notational elements and form in music | 3 | Identify vocal and instrumental tone colors |
4 | Identify and aurally recognize simple melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic patterns |
| Aesthetic Valuation of Music | 1 | Identify personal preferences for specific music | 2 | Respond to and make informed judgments about music through participation, performance, and the creative process | 3 | Articulate music’s significance within an individual musical experience |
Thompson School District Curriculum Placemats
Thompson placemats provide specific information regarding the skills 3rd Graders will be able to master by the end of the school year.
- Third Grade Music Placemats
