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Music for Grade 3
1 **Musical Knowledge and Understanding**
1-1 **Key Signatures**
1-1 1 Recognize and write key signatures for C major, G major, F major, D major, and B flat major
1-1 2 Identify the number of sharps or flats in each key signature
1-1 3 Understand the relationship between key signatures and the Circle of Fifths
1-2 **Time Signatures**
1-2 1 Recognize and write time signatures: 24, 34, 44, 68
1-2 2 Understand the difference between simple and compound time signatures
1-2 3 Count and perform rhythms in different time signatures
1-3 **Intervals**
1-3 1 Identify and name intervals up to an octave
1-3 2 Recognize and write major, minor, perfect, augmented, and diminished intervals
1-3 3 Understand the relationship between intervals and scales
1-4 **Scales**
1-4 1 Play and recognize major scales in C, G, F, D, and B flat
1-4 2 Play and recognize minor scales in A, E, and D
1-4 3 Understand the structure of major and minor scales
1-5 **Chords**
1-5 1 Recognize and play major and minor triads
1-5 2 Understand the structure of major and minor triads
1-5 3 Recognize and play inversions of triads
1-6 **Sight-Reading**
1-6 1 Read and perform simple melodies in different keys
1-6 2 Recognize and perform rhythms in different time signatures
1-6 3 Identify and perform intervals and chords from sight
2 **Performance**
2-1 **Solo Performance**
2-1 1 Perform a memorized solo piece from the Grade 3 syllabus
2-1 2 Demonstrate accurate rhythm, pitch, and dynamics
2-1 3 Show expressive playing with appropriate phrasing and articulation
2-2 **Duet Performance**
2-2 1 Perform a duet with a partner from the Grade 3 syllabus
2-2 2 Demonstrate good ensemble skills, including balance and synchronization
2-2 3 Show sensitivity to dynamics and phrasing in a duet setting
2-3 **Technical Exercises**
2-3 1 Perform technical exercises to develop finger dexterity and accuracy
2-3 2 Demonstrate control over dynamics and articulation in technical exercises
2-3 3 Apply technical skills to solo and duet performances
3 **Listening and Appraisal**
3-1 **Listening Skills**
3-1 1 Identify and describe the main elements of a piece of music (e g , melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics)
3-1 2 Recognize different musical styles and genres
3-1 3 Identify the key and time signature of a piece of music
3-2 **Appraisal Skills**
3-2 1 Evaluate the performance of a solo piece, focusing on accuracy, expression, and technical skill
3-2 2 Provide constructive feedback on a duet performance, considering ensemble skills and musicality
3-2 3 Reflect on personal performance and identify areas for improvement
4 **Composition**
4-1 **Simple Composition**
4-1 1 Compose a short melody in a given key and time signature
4-1 2 Incorporate simple rhythmic patterns and dynamics
4-1 3 Use intervals and chords to create harmonic structure
4-2 **Improvisation**
4-2 1 Improvise a short melody based on a given chord progression
4-2 2 Experiment with different rhythms and dynamics in improvisation
4-2 3 Apply technical skills to improvisation
5 **General Musicianship**
5-1 **Rhythmic Patterns**
5-1 1 Recognize and perform simple and compound rhythmic patterns
5-1 2 Understand the relationship between rhythm and meter
5-1 3 Apply rhythmic patterns to performance and composition
5-2 **Dynamics and Articulation**
5-2 1 Demonstrate a range of dynamics (e g , piano, forte, mezzo-piano, mezzo-forte)
5-2 2 Use different articulations (e g , legato, staccato, tenuto) to convey expression
5-2 3 Apply dynamics and articulation in performance and composition
5-3 **Phrasing and Interpretation**
5-3 1 Understand the concept of phrasing and its importance in musical expression
5-3 2 Apply phrasing to solo and duet performances
5-3 3 Interpret the musical structure of a piece to convey its meaning
4-1 Simple Composition

4-1 Simple Composition

Key Concepts

Simple composition involves creating a piece of music using basic elements. Key concepts include:

Melody Creation

Melody creation involves crafting a memorable tune using a sequence of notes. Start with a simple scale and experiment with different note combinations to form a pleasing melody. Consider the intervals between notes and how they sound together.

Example: Begin with a C major scale and create a short melody using notes C, D, E, G, and back to C. Ensure the intervals are comfortable and the melody flows smoothly.

Analogy: Think of melody as the main character in a story. Just as a good character drives the plot, a good melody drives the musical narrative.

Harmony Basics

Harmony basics involve adding chords to support the melody. Use simple chord progressions like I-IV-V (in C major: C-F-G) to create a basic harmonic structure. Ensure the chords complement the melody and enhance the overall sound.

Example: For a C major melody, use chords C, F, and G to create a simple harmonic accompaniment. Play the chords in rhythm with the melody to create a fuller sound.

Analogy: Imagine harmony as the supporting cast in a story. Just as supporting characters enhance the main character, harmonies enhance the melody.

Rhythmic Patterns

Rhythmic patterns involve creating a consistent beat and rhythm to give the music structure. Use simple rhythmic patterns like quarter notes, eighth notes, and rests to create a steady pulse. Ensure the rhythm complements the melody and harmony.

Example: Create a simple 4/4 rhythm pattern with quarter notes on beats 1 and 3, and eighth notes on beats 2 and 4. Apply this pattern to both the melody and the harmony.

Analogy: Think of rhythm as the heartbeat of a piece of music. Just as a heartbeat has a steady pulse, music has a consistent rhythm.

Form and Structure

Form and structure involve organizing the melody, harmony, and rhythm into a coherent piece. Use simple forms like A-B-A (verse-chorus-verse) to create a structured composition. Ensure each section has a clear purpose and transitions smoothly.

Example: Create a simple A-B-A form where the A section is the main melody with a simple harmonic accompaniment, and the B section introduces a new melody with a contrasting harmony. Return to the A section to complete the form.

Analogy: Consider form and structure as the outline of a story. Just as an outline helps organize a story, form and structure help organize a piece of music.

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