Teachers should consider these objectives when selecting choral repertoire. Each section starts with a general description followed by descriptions of the foundational objectives. The foundational objectives are designed to be developed over a three-year period. Consequently, each is directed toward a broad area of musical learning. The art of music is expressed through sound.
Aural skills are therefore of primary importance in studying music.
Traditional ear-training strategies such as dictation, sight singing and part singing should be employed to refine the student's ability to perceive and imagine musical sounds. Listening experiences should play an integral role in the choral experience. Excellent choral recordings offering a wide range of styles, periods and cultures should be presented regularly to the students. A climate which allows for reflective listening, open discussion and critical thinking should set the tone for classroom listening experiences. Demonstrate aural perception of the expressive and structural elements at work within a musical composition.