LAC 28:LI.509. Creative Expression—Grade Cluster

Grade Cluster | K–4 | 5–8 | 9–12 Benchmark 1 | Recognize and imitate simple melodies and rhythmic patterns using voice, musical instruments, or other sound sources (3) | Recognize and perform melodic and rhythmic patterns using voice, musical instruments, or other sound sources, both individually and in ensembles (1, 3, 4) | Create and improvise advanced musical forms using voice, musical instruments, or other sound sources, both individually and in ensembles (1, 2, 4) Benchmark 2 | Recognize basic notational symbols and express vocabulary that conveys precise musical meanings (3, 4) | Interpret notational symbols and vocabulary that convey precise musical meanings (2, 3, 4) | Apply with technical accuracy notational symbols and vocabulary that convey precise musical meanings (2, 3, 4) Benchmark 3 | Improvise or compose and perform simple musical ideas, such as echoing melody or short rhythmic patterns (1, 4) | Improvise or compose and perform written music (1, 4) | Improvise or compose and perform advanced compositions (1, 4) Benchmark 4 | Explore and express basic elements of music through voice, musical instruments, electronic technology, or available media (3) | Recognize and demonstrate elements of music, using voice, musical instruments, electronic technology, or other available media (3, 4) | Interpret and apply elements of music using preferred medium of performance (3, 4, 5) Benchmark 5 | Participate in organized musical activities including singing, playing, and movement (1, 2, 5) | Perform in organized musical activities including singing, playing, and movement (1, 5) | Perform in musical ensembles using preferred performance medium (1, 5)