Curriculum Information by Marking Period
KINDERGARTEN
Kindergarten covers all benchmarks throughout the year.
Echo Short Phrases
Echo short phrases with accurate rhythm in various tempi.
Speaking/Singing
Distinguish between speaking and singing voice.
Appropriate Behavior
Articulate an awareness of appropriate behavior for a variety of home and school settings.
Teaching concert and assembly etiquette
High/Low
Label high and low pitch relationships
Cut-off Cues
Follow and begin cut-off cues.
Steady Beat
Play steady beat and simple rhythm patterns
Same/Different
Identifying introduction, echo songs, and recognize same and different sections of music when presented aurally.
Internalize the Beat
Internalize the beat.
Appropriate Movement
Move appropriately to music of various styles.
Move appropriately to music for home, school and classroom celebrations.

