It is expected that students will create, listen to, and perform music, demonstrating understanding of a variety of different forms and the principles of design . Students create and perform soundscape s or short compositions that use music forms discussed in class. Research the principles of design in other arts.
Students compare and contrast works of music to other works of art.
Listen to a range of current popular music. Identify ways the contemporary artists use the principles of design. Ask students to compare and contrast the forms in the music selections. Collect their work and record evidence that they understand a variety of forms and principles of design and can compare these appropriately. To prepare for a performance assessment activity, arrange students in groups of four or five.