Music Curriculum
MISSION STATEMENT
The AAS music program strives to engage all areas of intelligences: Verbal-linguistic,
Math-logic, Spatial, Kinesthetic, Musical, Interpersonal and Intrapersonal.
By learning about music in its different forms and styles- from songs and
dances to symphonies and operas - in an integrated way, students are prepared
to participate more meaningfully socially in school and later, in society.
The program encourages students to explore their potential by providing
opportunities for development of musical and performance skills, expression
of thoughts and feelings, creativity and cooperative effort.
One of the highest priorities of the Music program at AAS is to support
other areas of the curriculum, which will give students a holistic experience.
This is especially beneficial in relation to the use of Drama in the classroom.
KEY GOALS
Students will:
- develop their singing voice within its own range;
- develop rhythmic coordination;
- demonstrate a recognition and understanding of the language and symbols
of music;
- experience creative musical expression through singing, playing instruments,
movement and drama;
- participate in group activities which ensure appreciation of music from
different perspectives;
- develop and refine expression of feelings through music;
- refine responses to the musical expression of others through a variety
of listening experiences.
RATIONALE
Music is a universally significant part of cultural heritage. Music education
is the agent for the recognition, preservation, refinement and transmission
of cultural heritage. By studying music, students gain the knowledge, values
and creative expression of others. This helps to increase their cultural
understanding of the world. Music education can contribute to many areas
of children’s growth and give them the joy of creating something uniquely
their own, individually and in groups. Music should be one of the most vital,
adaptable and enjoyable subjects taught in elementary schools.
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