Developing Musical Skills and Ensemble Performance 

Middle school students refine their musical abilities and explore a variety of performance opportunities. Key focus areas include: 

• Singing and playing instruments in ensembles with increased complexity. 

• Reading and interpreting standard music notation. 

• Learning about harmony, scales, and chord progressions. 

• Exploring composition and improvisation. 

• Developing critical listening and music analysis skills. 

• Performing in middle school chorus, instrumental ensembles, and concerts. 

• Understanding the cultural and historical significance of music. 

• Introduction to digital music creation and technology.