Music In the Elementary
By Nancy Kickham
November 16, 2006
Music in the Elementary
Music is the cultural, historical, and humanistic expression of a society and is a test of the quality of a nation. Through a partnership with home, business, and community, the study of music will provide an exemplary educational program for students. With the study of music, students can develop their potential through growth in aesthetic sensitivity, intellectual and technical development, and broaden cultural understanding as they prepare to live in this ever-changing world.
In kindergarten, children are learning the basic elements of music, movement, and social skills. In first grade, students focus on listening to music, making music and performance skills. Second grade further examines the elements of music, introduces music notation reading, creating and performing. In all levels, the historical significance of music is addressed through an awareness of the role of music in our society.
