6th Grade Choir Curriculum Map

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1	6th Grade Choir Curriculum Map				6th Grade Choir Curriculum Map — with Indiana Standards
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5	Quarter	Unit / Theme	Learning Objectives	Indiana Standards Addressed	Quarter	Unit / Theme	Learning Objectives	Indiana Standards Addressed	Key Vocabulary	Activities / Repertoire	Assessments	Materials / Resources
6	Q1	Vocal Foundations & Posture / Breath	- Identify correct singing posture & breathing technique - Demonstrate healthy vocal production (no strain)	Performing / Ensemble: Perform with correct technique, tone, and posture Connecting: Recognize connection between vocal technique and physical awareness	Q1	Vocal Foundations & Posture / Breath	- Identify correct singing posture & breathing technique - Demonstrate healthy vocal production (no strain)	Performing / Ensemble: Perform with correct technique, tone, and posture (aligned with the “Perform” anchor) Connecting: Recognize connection between vocal technique and physical awareness	Diaphragm, breath support, posture, resonance	Warm-up routines, posture drills, sustained vowel exercises, unison singing	Exit slips on posture, teacher observation rubric	Mirror, keyboard/piano, music for warm-ups
7	Q1	Pitch Matching & Solfège	- Match pitch on a comfortable syllable - Begin using movable‑do solfège	Performing: Sing melodies using solfège / ear training Responding: Self-assess intonation and accuracy	Q1	Pitch Matching & Solfège	- Match pitch on a comfortable syllable - Begin using movable‑do solfège	Performing: Sing melodies using solfège / ear training Responding: Self-assess intonation and accuracy	Solfège, do‑re‑mi, pitch, ear training	Call-and-response, solfège flashcards, singing folk songs on solfège	Solfège quiz, accuracy check in small groups	Solfège charts, flashcard tools, recordings
8	Q2	Rhythm & Meter	- Read and perform rhythms in simple meters (4/4, 3/4) - Clap, speak, and sing rhythmic patterns	Performing: Perform rhythmic patterns accurately Creating / Improvising: Improvise short rhythmic variations Responding: Analyze note values and rests	Q2	Rhythm & Meter	- Read and perform rhythms in simple meters (4/4, 3/4) - Clap, speak, and sing rhythmic patterns	Performing: Perform rhythmic patterns accurately Creating / Improvising: Improvise short rhythmic variations Responding: Analyze note values and rests	Beat, meter, rhythm, rest, subdivision	Rhythm reading activities, chorals with rhythmic interest, body percussion	Rhythm test, composition of a short rhythm	Percussion instruments (if available), rhythm worksheets
9	Q2	Holiday / Seasonal Music	- Blend voices in ensemble singing - Adjust dynamics, articulation, and phrasing	Performing: Perform ensemble literature with appropriate dynamics, blend, and phrasing Responding: Listen and critique performances (self, peers)	Q2	Holiday / Seasonal Music	- Blend voices in ensemble singing - Adjust dynamics, articulation, and phrasing	Performing: Perform ensemble literature with appropriate dynamics, blend, and phrasing Responding: Listen and critique performances (self, peers)	Blend, dynamics, articulation, phrasing	Sectionals, full choir rehearsals, performance	Concert (winter), rehearsal reflections	Sheet music, rehearsal recordings
10	Q3	Harmony / Two‑Part Singing & Rounds	- Learn and perform rounds, partner songs - Begin singing simple harmony parts (e.g. major/minor 3rds)	Performing: Sing two-part music with accuracy Responding: Discuss how harmony adds texture	Q3	Harmony / Two‑Part Singing & Rounds	- Learn and perform rounds, partner songs - Begin singing simple harmony parts (e.g. major/minor 3rds)	Performing: Sing two-part music with accuracy Responding: Discuss how harmony adds texture	Harmony, counterpoint, rounds, partner song	Rounds (e.g. “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”), partner songs, small ensembles	Peer review, recording assessment	Music copies, recording device / phone
11	Q3	Music Literacy / Score Reading	- Read basic notation (note values, clefs, key signatures) - Follow choral score (divisi, slurs, dynamics)	Performing: Read from notation while singing Responding: Analyze notation symbols and their effect	Q3	Music Literacy / Score Reading	- Read basic notation (note values, clefs, key signatures) - Follow choral score (divisi, slurs, dynamics)	Performing: Read from notation while singing Responding: Analyze notation symbols and their effect	Note value, clef, key signature, staff, ledger lines	Sight-reading drills, choir score reading, notation worksheets	Notation quiz, in-class sight‑reading	Music theory worksheets, projector or smartboard
12	Q4	Performance Preparation	- Memorize ensemble pieces - Refine blend, diction, expression, and staging	Performing: Present polished ensemble performance to an audience Responding: Reflect on performance strengths & areas for growth	Q4	Performance Preparation	- Memorize ensemble pieces - Refine blend, diction, expression, and staging	Performing: Present polished ensemble performance to an audience Responding: Reflect on performance strengths & areas for growth	Expression, interpretation, diction, blend	Dress rehearsals, mock performances, staging, peer feedback	Spring concert, self-reflection essays	Concert attire, risers, rehearsal schedule
13	Q4	Reflection & Extension	- Reflect on individual growth in ensemble skills - Connect choir work to culture / history	Responding: Evaluate own progress and set goals Connecting: Relate repertoire to historical or cultural context	Q4	Reflection & Extension	- Reflect on individual growth in ensemble skills - Connect choir work to culture / history	Responding: Evaluate own progress and set goals Connecting: Relate repertoire to historical or cultural context	Reflection, musical growth, co
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