Public learning track
Advanced Rhythm, Meter, and Musical Form
5 lessons
Goal
Perform syncopated rhythms in varied meters and analyze binary, ternary, rondo, and theme-and-variations forms.
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Counting and Performing in Varied Meters
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Standards Covered
- 117.210(b)(1)(C)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Music · 8th grade · Grade 8demonstrate knowledge of musical elements of rhythm, including whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, paired and single eighth notes, sixteenth notes, syncopated patterns and corresponding rests, and varied meters, using standard terminology;
- 117.210(b)(1)(D)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Music · 8th grade · Grade 8analyze musical forms presented aurally and through music notation such as binary, ternary, phrasic, rondo, and theme and variations; and
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6 lessons
Scales, Key Signatures, and Intervals
Identify, construct, and aurally recognize major scales, minor scales, chromatic scales, key signatures, the circle of fifths, and intervals.
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5 lessons
Harmony, Chords, and Instrument Families
Build triads and chords, understand basic harmony, and identify the four main orchestral instrument families.
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5 lessons
Advanced Rhythm, Meter, and Musical Form
Perform syncopated rhythms in varied meters and analyze binary, ternary, rondo, and theme-and-variations forms.
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5 lessons
Music Symbols, Terms, and Interpretation
Analyze and interpret tempo, dynamics, articulation (including sforzando), and expression markings in notation and performance.
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10 lessons
Composition, Performance, and Sight-Reading
Create original music with notation and digital tools, perform with characteristic timbre and technique, and sight-read independently in varied keys and meters.
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6 lessons
Critical Evaluation, Concert Etiquette, and Music History
Evaluate musical performances using established criteria, demonstrate concert etiquette, explore historical eras, and maintain vocal health.