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Section 4: Subject Matter Requirements
Music (226/227)

Content Domains for Subject Matter Understanding and Skill in Music

Domain 1—Creating

Candidates have both broad and in-depth conceptual knowledge of the processes and roles involved in creating music. They understand how to envision/conceptualize and generate works of music and how to organize, develop, refine, and complete musical works. Candidates understand that the creative ideas, concepts, and feelings that influence musicians' work emerge from a variety of sources. They understand the techniques, skills, and tools used in the creative process.

1.1 Generate and Conceptualize Artistic Ideas and Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: CREATING—Anchor Standard 1)

1.2 Organize and Develop Artistic Ideas and Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: CREATING—Anchor Standard 2)

1.3 Refine and Complete Artistic Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: CREATING—Anchor Standard 3)

Domain 2—Performing

Candidates have both broad and in-depth conceptual knowledge of vocal and instrumental music for soloists, ensembles, and music classes. They are familiar with a broad range of repertoire. Candidates understand how the structure and context of musical works inform performance. They understand how to interpret musical works.

2.1 Select, Analyze, and Interpret Artistic Work for Performance

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: PERFORMING—Anchor Standard 4)

2.2 Develop and Refine Artistic Techniques and Work for Presentation

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: PERFORMING—Anchor Standard 5)

2.3 Convey Meaning Through the Presentation of Artistic Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: PERFORMING—Anchor Standard 6)

Domain 3—Responding

Candidates have both broad and in-depth conceptual knowledge of aural analysis and aesthetic valuing. They have acquired advanced knowledge of written music theory and analysis. Candidates are able to respond to, analyze, and critique performances and works of music. They can judge the quality of musical works and performances.

3.1 Perceive and Analyze Artistic Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: RESPONDING—Anchor Standard 7)

3.2 Interpret Intent and Meaning in Artistic Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: RESPONDING—Anchor Standard 8)

3.3 Apply Criteria to Evaluate Artistic Work

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: RESPONDING—Anchor Standard 9)

Domain 4—Connecting

Candidates have both broad and in-depth conceptual knowledge of music from diverse cultures. They have both broad and in-depth conceptual knowledge of the connections and relationships between music and the other arts; between music and other academic disciplines; and between music and societal, cultural, and historical contexts.

4.1 Synthesize and Relate Knowledge and Personal Experiences to Make Art, and Relate Artistic Ideas and Works with Societal, Cultural, and Historical Context to Deepen Understanding

(California Arts Standards for Public Schools, Prekindergarten Through Grade Twelve: Music [2018]: CONNECTING—Anchor Standards 10, 11)


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