6-12 Grade Choir Learning Targets
Fine Arts, 6-12 Choir
ALT 1 - Quality of Sound
Demonstrates quality vocal production
AST 1.1 - Tone : Tone
AST 1.2 - Intonation : Intonation
AST 1.3 - Blend/Balance : Blend/Balance
AST 1.4 - Posture : Posture
AST 1.5 - Vowel Formation : Vowel Formation
AST 1.6 - Match Pitch : Match Pitch
AST 1.7 - Diaphragmatic Breathing : Diaphragmatic Breathing
ALT 2 - Perform Music with Technique
Performs music with technique
AST 2.1 - Articulation-Diction : Articulation/Diction
AST 2.2 - Rhythm and Precision : Rhythm & Precision
AST 2.3 - Flexibility : Flexibility
AST 2.4 - Part Independence : Part Independence
ALT 3 - Perform with Musicality
Performs with musicality
AST 3.1 - Interpretation and Style : Interpretation/Style
AST 3.2 - Phrasing-Dynamics : Phrasing/Dynamics
AST 3.3 - Expression-Sensitivity : Expression/Sensitivity
ALT 4 - Ensemble Skills
Demonstrates ensemble skills
AST 4.1 - Preparedness : Preparedness: care of materials, personal accountability, etc.
AST 4.2 - Professionalism : Professionalism: e.g time management, etc.
AST 4.3 - Contribute to rehearsals : Contribute to rehearsals in a positive manner
ALT 5 - Listen and Respond
Listens and responds
AST 5.1 - Diagnose Performance : Diagnose performance of self and others using appropriate musical terminology.
AST 5.2 - Prescribe Solutions : Prescribe solutions for performance issues.
AST 5.3 - Demonstrate Awareness : Demonstrate awareness of cross-curricular, cultural and/or historical context and relevance.
ALT 6 - Musical Literacy
Demonstrates music literacy
AST 6.1 - Musical Notation : Read, interpret, and perform musical notation.
AST 6.2 - Musical Terminology : Demonstrate understanding and proper use of musical terminology, markings, etc.