2.MUSIC.6.C
Distinguish between rhythms, higher/lower pitches, louder/softer dynamics, faster/slower tempos, and simple patterns in musical performances.
Grade 2 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2013
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rhythmspitchesdynamicstempospatternsmusical performances
Skills
- distinguish (different rhythms in music) #dok2
- distinguish (higher and lower pitches in musical performances) #dok2
- distinguish (louder and softer dynamics in music) #dok2
- distinguish (faster and slower tempos in music) #dok2
- distinguish (simple patterns in musical performances) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can recognize when a rhythm changes in a musical performance. #dok1
- I can identify higher and lower pitches in music I hear. #dok1
- I can tell the difference between loud and soft dynamics in music. #dok1
- I can tell the difference between fast and slow tempos in music. #dok1
- I can listen to music and pick out simple patterns. #dok1
- I can describe how rhythms, pitches, dynamics, and tempos are different in a song. #dok2
- I can compare two pieces of music to identify their patterns and elements. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Music contains various elements such as rhythm, pitch, dynamics, tempo, and patterns that can be recognized and described.
- Listening skills help us understand and appreciate different musical performances.
Essential Questions
- How do rhythms, pitches, dynamics, and tempos make each piece of music unique?
- What do you notice about the differences between louder and softer sounds in a song?
- How can you tell if music is moving faster or slower?
- What patterns can you hear in a musical performance?
- How do musical elements change the way we feel about a song?