Music education should begin at an early age and should continue to encourage creative expression through performance, listening and composition. As students become sensitive to the expressive elements of music, they develop insight into human feelings.
Through the elementary music program, students will develop an enjoyment of music and the awareness and appreciation of a variety of music, including music of the many cultures represented in Canada.
Concepts - Concepts are the intellectual framework of the music program. They are divided into five elements:
Rhythm
Melody
Harmony
Form
Expression
Skills - the skills and concepts of the music program are interrelated. Concepts are essentially taught through the participated of students in the the six skill areas:
singing
playing instruments
Listening
Moving
reading (and writing)
Creating
Attitudes - An enjoyment of music. Positive attitudes toward music are fostered by success in the above musical skills