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Instrumental Music: Grade 6

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Perform

  • 1

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation. IM.P1

    1. A

      Select a varied repertoire to study, based on interest, music reading skills, an understanding of the structure of the music, context, andthe technical skill of the individual or ensemble. For example: select examples to be played in front of a class of peers.  6.IM.P1.A

    2. B

      Demonstrate, using music reading skills, how knowledge of formal aspects in musical works informs performances. For example: identify and perform basic elements related to musical events such as tempo, dynamics, orchestration, and modulation.6.IM.P1.B

    3. C

      Identify expressive qualities in a varied repertoire of music that can be demonstrated through performances.  6.IM.P1.C

  • 2

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation. IM.P2

    1. A

      Demonstrate the ability to read and notate music individually and in ensemble settings. For example: identify, verbalize, and perform basic rhythms and pitches. Use a system, such as syllables, numbers, or letters, to read simple pitches and rhythms.  6.IM.P2.A

    2. B

      Demonstrate fundamental control, technical accuracy, range, and fluency on the instrument, performing a varied repertoire of music individually and in ensemble settings. For example: demonstrate proper instrument care and maintenance. Produce a fundamental tone and standard articulations and/or bowing. Demonstrate correct posture, breath control, hand position, and instrument carriage. Perform at least two percussion rudiments and/or major scales. 6.IM.P2.B

    3. C

      Demonstrate musical literacy on the instrument, individually and in ensemble settings, by adequately sight-reading a varied repertoire of music. For example: demonstrate an understanding of basic elements associated with successful sight-reading. 6.IM.P2.C

    4. D

      Develop and apply strategies to address technical and expressive challenges in a varied repertoire of music. For example: identify basic practice tools such as tempo control, isolation, and segmentation. 6.IM.P2.D

  • 3

    Convey and express meaning through the performance of artistic work.  IM.P3

    1. A

      Demonstrate attention to technical demands and expressive qualities in prepared and/or improvised performances of a varied repertoireof music. For example: identify and demonstrate an understanding of selected dynamic and tempo markings. 6.IM.P3.A

    2. B

      Demonstrate an awareness of the context of music through prepared and/or improvised performances. 6.IM.P3.B

Create

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.  IM.Cr1

    1. A

      Compose and/or improvise melodic and rhythmic ideas or motives that reflect characteristic(s) of music or text(s). For example: describe the fundamental concepts of improvisation. Create a variation of a simple rhythmic pattern. Improvise a solo over a given chord (using one or more pitches). Understand individual instrument transposition (concert pitch versus actual pitch). 6.IM.Cr1.A

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.  IM.Cr2

    1. A

      Select and develop draft melodic and rhythmic ideas or motives that demonstrate understanding of characteristic(s) of music or text(s). For example: create, select, and refine the final two measures for a four-measure melody within specified guidelines. 6.IM.Cr2.A

    2. B

      Preserve draft compositions and improvisations through standard notation and/or recording technology. 6.IM.Cr2.B

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work. IM.Cr3

    1. A

      Evaluate and refine draft compositions and/or improvisations based on knowledge, skill, and teacher-provided criteria.  6.IM.Cr3.A

    2. B

      Share personally developed melodic and rhythmic ideas or motives, individually or as an ensemble, that demonstrate understanding of characteristics of music or texts.  6.IM.Cr3.B

Respond

  • 1

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.  IM.R1

    1. A

      Identify and justify reasons for selecting music based on characteristics found in music, context, and student interest.6.IM.R1.A

    2. B

      Through visual and aural examples, analyze how context and musical elements inform student response to music. 6.IM.R1.B

  • 2

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work. IM.R2

    1. A

      Interpret and describe the artistic intent and aesthetic qualities of musical works, citing as evidence the treatment of the elements of music, contexts, and historical significance. 6.IM.R2.A

  • 3

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.  IM.R3

    1. A

      Describe the influence of experiences, performances, context, and analysis on the artistic process. 6.IM.R3.A

Connect

  • 1

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to artistic endeavors. IM.Cn1

    1. A

      Demonstrate how interests, knowledge, and skills relate to personal choices and intent when creating, performing, and responding to music 6.IM.Cn1.A

  • 2

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context.  IM.Cn2

    1. A

      Demonstrate understanding of relationships between music and the other arts, other disciplines, varied contexts, and daily life. 6.IM.Cn2.A

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6
Where can I read the official document?
Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts

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