General Music Pacing Calendar
5th Grade
NOTE:
Asterisks (*) have been used to identify standards and objectives that must be
assessed by the
local school district. All other skills may be assessed by the Oklahoma School
Testing Program
(OSTP).
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specialist.
1st Quarter
Any 9 weeks session can be taught during any 9 week period
Standard 1: Language of Music – The student will read, notate and
interpret music.
- 1.1*
Notate (written representation of music) simple pitch and rhythm patterns
presented aurally (listening).
- 1.2*
Experiment with variations in and demonstrate understanding of tempo (speed),
timbre or tone color (sound quality), dynamics (degree of loudness), and
phrasing for expressive purposes.
- 1.3
Identify basic notational symbols (written representation of music) including:
treble clef and bass clef, time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8), note values
(whole note, half note, quarter note, eighth note, dotted half note, dotted
quarter note, dotted whole note and the corresponding rests).
- 1.4
Define and use correct terminology to discuss the elements of music:
- Melody (steps, wide and narrow leaps, and repeated tones, phrases, pentatonic
scale (five tone
scale).
- Harmony (partner songs, countermelody, descant, major and minor chords).
- Tone Color (duets, trios, chorus, voice ranges, and instrument ranges).
- Rhythm (even and uneven rhythm patterns, syncopation, triplets, dotted
rhythms).
- Form (AB, ABA, round, rondo, introduction, coda, interlude, verse and
refrain, prelude).
- Pitch (high and low).
- Tempo (allegro [fast], lento [slow], andante [walking], moderato [moderate].
- Dynamics (forte [loud], piano [soft], mezzo forte [medium loud], mezzo piano
[medium soft].
- 1.5
Visually and aurally identify instrumental ensembles (e.g. orchestra, jazz
band), orchestral instruments and classification of voice (e.g., soprano, alto,
tenor, bass).
Standard 2: Music History and Culture – The student will recognize the
development of music from an historical and cultural perspective.
- 2.1*
Sing or play a variety of folk, ethnic, classical, and contemporary musical
pieces.
- 2.3
Recognize, describe and listen to music from a variety of: Styles (jazz,
mariachi band, opera, music, call-response), Periods (Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, Impressionism and Contemporary), Cultures including European, Native
American, African American, Hispanic, and Asian.
Standard 3: Music Expression – The student will perform, imitate, compose a
variety of music within specific guidelines.
- 3.1*
Perform basic tonal patterns and rhythm patterns on classroom instruments
(autoharp, recorder, percussion instruments, and guitar).
- 3.4*
Respond physically or using classroom instruments to basic rhythm patterns
(including triplets, dotted rhythms, syncopation).
- 3.7*
Use a system for counting beat and rhythm patterns (rhythm syllables and body
movement) to demonstrate knowledge of rhythms found in musical compositions.
- 3.9
Recognize and identify the appropriate ways to sue the following elements for
musical style: Dynamics (piano, forte), Tempo (Allegro, Lento, Andante,
Moderato), Conducting patters (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 6/8), Articulation (staccato,
legato, accent).
Standard 4: Music Appreciation – The student will learn to appreciate music
and expand their listening beyond music currently familiar to the student.
- 4.1*
Recognize and practice appropriate audience or performer behavior appropriate
for the context and style of music performed.
- 4.2*
Demonstrate respect for music performed by the student and by other students and
professional performers.
- 4.3*
Use appropriate terms to explain preferences for musical works and styles.
- 4.4*
Identify criteria for evaluating a musical composition or a musical performance.
2nd Quarter
Standard 1: Language of Music – The student will read, notate and interpret
music.
- 1.1*
Notate (written representation of music) simple pitch and rhythm patterns
presented aurally (listening).
- 1.2*
Experiment with variations in and demonstrate understanding of tempo (speed),
timbre or tone color (sound quality), dynamics (degree of loudness), and
phrasing for expressive purposes.
- 1.3
Identify basic notational symbols (written representation of music) including:
treble clef and bass clef, time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8), note values
(whole note, half note, quarter note, eighth note, dotted half note, dotted
quarter note, dotted whole note and the corresponding rests).
- 1.4
Define and use correct terminology to discuss the elements of music:
- Melody (steps, wide and narrow leaps, and repeated tones, phrases, pentatonic
scale (five tone
scale).
- Harmony (partner songs, countermelody, descant, major and minor chords).
- Tone Color (duets, trios, chorus, voice ranges, and instrument ranges).
- Rhythm (even and uneven rhythm patterns, syncopation, triplets, dotted
rhythms).
- Form (AB, ABA, round, rondo, introduction, coda, interlude, verse and
refrain, prelude).
- Pitch (high and low).
- Tempo (allegro [fast], lento [slow], andante [walking], moderato [moderate].
- Dynamics (forte [loud], piano [soft], mezzo forte [medium loud], mezzo piano
[medium soft].
- 1.5
Visually and aurally identify instrumental ensembles (e.g. orchestra, jazz
band), orchestral instruments and classification of voice (e.g., soprano, alto,
tenor, bass).
Standard 2: Music History and Culture – The student will recognize the
development of music from an historical and cultural perspective.
- 2.1*
Sing or play a variety of folk, ethnic, classical, and contemporary musical
pieces.
- 2.2* Identify and differentiate the use of musical elements and instruments from
other parts of the world and compare them to the use of musical elements in
American music (patriotic, orchestral, band and folk).

- 2.3
Recognize, describe and listen to music from a variety of: Styles (jazz,
mariachi band, opera, music, call-response), Periods (Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, Impressionism and Contemporary), Cultures including European, Native
American, African American, Hispanic, and Asian.
Standard 3: Music Expression – The student will perform, imitate, compose a
variety of music within specific guidelines.
- 3.1*
Perform basic tonal patterns and rhythm patterns on classroom instruments
(autoharp, recorder, percussion instruments, and guitar).
- 3.2*
Demonstrate the ability to read music from basic notation (written
representation of music).
- 3.4*
Respond physically or using classroom instruments to basic rhythm patterns
(including triplets, dotted rhythms, syncopation).
- 3.7*
Use a system for counting beat and rhythm patterns (rhythm syllables and body
movement) to demonstrate knowledge of rhythms found in musical compositions.
- 3.9
Recognize and identify the appropriate ways to sue the following elements for
musical style: Dynamics (piano, forte), Tempo (Allegro, Lento, Andante,
Moderato), Conducting patters (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 6/8), Articulation (staccato,
legato, accent).
Standard 4: Music Appreciation – The student will learn to appreciate music
and expand their listening beyond music currently familiar to the student.
- 4.1*
Recognize and practice appropriate audience or performer behavior appropriate
for the context and style of music performed.
- 4.2*
Demonstrate respect for music performed by the student and by other students and
professional performers.
- 4.3*
Use appropriate terms to explain preferences form musical works and styles.
- 4.4*
Identify criteria for evaluating a musical composition or a musical performance.
3rd Quarter
Standard 1: Language of Music – The student will read, notate and interpret
music.
- 1.1*
Notate (written representation of music) simple pitch and rhythm patterns
presented aurally (listening).
- 1.2*
Experiment with variations in and demonstrate understanding of tempo (speed),
timbre or tone color (sound quality), dynamics (degree of loudness), and
phrasing for expressive purposes.
- 1.3
Identify basic notational symbols (written representation of music) including:
treble clef and bass clef, time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8), note values
(whole note, half note, quarter note, eighth note, dotted half note, dotted
quarter note, dotted whole note and the corresponding rests).
- 1.4
Define and use correct terminology to discuss the elements of music:
- Melody (steps, wide and narrow leaps, and repeated tones, phrases, pentatonic
scale (five tone
scale).
- Harmony (partner songs, countermelody, descant, major and minor chords).
- Tone Color (duets, trios, chorus, voice ranges, and instrument ranges).
- Rhythm (even and uneven rhythm patterns, syncopation, triplets, dotted
rhythms).
- Form (AB, ABA, round, rondo, introduction, coda, interlude, verse and
refrain, prelude).
- Pitch (high and low).
- Tempo (allegro [fast], lento [slow], andante [walking], moderato [moderate].
- Dynamics (forte [loud], piano [soft], mezzo forte [medium loud], mezzo piano
[medium soft].
- 1.5
Visually and aurally identify instrumental ensembles (e.g. orchestra, jazz
band), orchestral instruments and classification of voice (e.g., soprano, alto,
tenor, bass).
Standard 2: Music History and Culture – The student will recognize the
development of music from an historical and cultural perspective.
- 2.1*
Sing or play a variety of folk, ethnic, classical, and contemporary musical
pieces.
- 2.2* Identify and differentiate the use of musical elements and instruments from
other parts of the world and compare them to the use of musical elements in
American music (patriotic, orchestral, band and folk).

- 2.3
Recognize, describe and listen to music from a variety of: Styles (jazz,
mariachi band, opera, music, call-response), Cultures including European, Native
American, African American, Hispanic, and Asian.
Standard 3: Music Expression – The student will perform, imitate, compose a
variety of music within specific guidelines.
- 3.1*
Perform basic tonal patterns and rhythm patterns on classroom instruments
(autoharp, recorder, percussion instruments, and guitar).
- 3.2*
Demonstrate the ability to read music from basic notation (written
representation of music).
- 3.3*
Compose music using a variety of electronic and computer sound sources.
- 3.4*
Respond physically or using classroom instruments to basic rhythm patterns
(including triplets, dotted rhythms, syncopation).
- 3.7*
Use a system for counting beat and rhythm patterns (rhythm syllables and body
movement) to demonstrate knowledge of rhythms found in musical compositions.
- 3.8*
Identify uses of music in everyday life (film, television, background music, and
commercials).
Standard 4: Music Appreciation – The student will learn to appreciate music
and expand their listening beyond music currently familiar to the student.
- 4.1*
Recognize and practice appropriate audience or performer behavior appropriate
for the context and style of music performed.
- 4.2*
Demonstrate respect for music performed by the student and by other students and
professional performers.
- 4.3*
Use appropriate terms to explain preferences form musical works and styles.
- 4.4*
Identify criteria for evaluating a musical composition or a musical performance.
4th Quarter
Standard 1: Language of Music – The student will read, notate and interpret
music.
- 1.1*
Notate (written representation of music) simple pitch and rhythm patterns
presented aurally (listening).
- 1.2*
Experiment with variations in and demonstrate understanding of tempo (speed),
timbre or tone color (sound quality), dynamics (degree of loudness), and
phrasing for expressive purposes.
- 1.3
Identify basic notational symbols (written representation of music) including:
treble clef and bass clef, time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8), note values
(whole note, half note, quarter note, eighth note, dotted half note, dotted
quarter note, dotted whole note and the corresponding rests).
- 1.4
Define and use correct terminology to discuss the elements of music:
- Melody (steps, wide and narrow leaps, and repeated tones, phrases, pentatonic
scale (five tone
scale).
- Harmony (partner songs, countermelody, descant, major and minor chords).
- Tone Color (duets, trios, chorus, voice ranges, and instrument ranges).
- Rhythm (even and uneven rhythm patterns, syncopation, triplets, dotted
rhythms).
- Form (AB, ABA, round, rondo, introduction, coda, interlude, verse and
refrain, prelude).
- Pitch (high and low).
- Tempo (allegro [fast], lento [slow], andante [walking], moderato [moderate].
- Dynamics (forte [loud], piano [soft], mezzo forte [medium loud], mezzo piano
[medium soft].
- 1.5
Visually and aurally identify instrumental ensembles (e.g. orchestra, jazz
band), orchestral instruments and classification of voice (e.g., soprano, alto,
tenor, bass).
Standard 2: Music History and Culture – The student will recognize the
development of music from an historical and cultural perspective.
- 2.1*
Sing and perform action songs, singing games and dances from a variety of
cultures.
- 2.2* Identify and differentiate the use of musical elements and instruments from
other parts of the world and compare them to the use of musical elements in
American music (patriotic, orchestral, band and folk).

- 2.3
Recognize, describe and listen to music from a variety of: Styles (jazz,
mariachi band, opera, music, call-response), Cultures including European, Native
American, African American, Hispanic, and Asian.
Standard 3: Music Expression – The student will perform, imitate, compose a
variety of music within specific guidelines.
- 3.1*
Perform basic tonal patterns and rhythm patterns on classroom instruments
(autoharp, recorder, percussion instruments, and guitar).
- 3.2*
Demonstrate the ability to read music from basic notation (written
representation of music).
- 3.3*
Compose music using a variety of electronic and computer sound sources.
- 3.4*
Respond physically or using classroom instruments to basic rhythm patterns
(including triplets, dotted rhythms, syncopation).
- 3.5*
Perform and create melodies and accompaniments in solo or group ensembles
through singing and playing instruments (e.g., four-chord songs on autoharp).
- 3.6*
Sing or play musical compositions demonstrating knowledge of tonal and rhythmic
elements (including syncopated patterns, beats and offbeats).
- 3.7*
Use a system for counting beat and rhythm patterns (rhythm syllables and body
movement) to demonstrate knowledge of rhythms found in musical compositions.
- 3.8*
Identify uses of music in everyday life (film, television, background music, and
commercials).
Standard 4: Music Appreciation – The student will learn to appreciate music
and expand their listening beyond music currently familiar to the student.
- 4.1*
Recognize and practice appropriate audience or performer behavior appropriate
for the context and style of music performed.
- 4.2*
Demonstrate respect for music performed by the student and by other students and
professional performers.
- 4.3*
Use appropriate terms to explain preferences form musical works and styles.
- 4.4*
Identify criteria for evaluating a musical composition or a musical performance.