Music
Grade 2 music covering note values, simple notation, and ensemble playing
Rhythm and Notation
Note Values and Rests
Identifying and performing whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and their corresponding rests. Clapping and counting rhythmic patterns in 2/4 and 4/4 time signatures.
Reading Simple Music Notation
Recognizing the staff, bar lines, measures, and treble clef sign in written music. Reading and performing simple melodic and rhythmic patterns from standard notation.
Rhythm Games and Body Percussion
Using clapping, stomping, and patting to perform and create short rhythmic patterns. Playing call-and-response rhythm games to develop listening skills and rhythmic accuracy.
Melody and Ensemble
Singing and Pitch
Singing songs in tune with accurate pitch matching and appropriate breath support. Exploring the difference between high and low pitch through songs, movement, and simple instruments.
Playing Classroom Instruments
Playing pitched and unpitched percussion instruments with correct technique in a group setting. Performing simple melodic pieces on xylophones or glockenspiels using basic notation.
Ensemble and Listening Skills
Playing together in a small ensemble, following a conductor and listening to peers. Balancing individual parts within a group performance and practicing musical teamwork.
Music Appreciation
Musical Styles and Genres
Listening to examples from different musical styles including folk, classical, and world music. Describing music using vocabulary such as tempo, dynamics, and mood.
Music Around the World
Exploring songs and instruments from different cultures and countries. Understanding that music is a universal human activity with diverse traditions and purposes.