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Conceptual Understanding in Music
When teaching music, it's important to go beyond just teaching notes and rhythms. We want
students to develop a deep understanding of the big ideas and concepts that connect music to
the world around them. This is called conceptual understanding.
Key Concepts in Music
There are eight key concepts that are important in music:
Form (structure and organization)
Function (how music is used)
Causation (how music affects us)
Change (how music evolves)
Connection (how music relates to other subjects)
Perspective (different viewpoints and cultural contexts)
Responsibility (personal and collective responsibility in music-making)
Reflection (thinking critically about our own learning)
These concepts help students connect music to other subjects and develop a deeper
understanding of the world.
Units of Study in Music
The IB PYP curriculum is organized into six units of study, each centered around a
conceptual understanding. These units are:
Who We Are (identity and culture)
Where We Are in Place and Time (exploration and geography)
How We Express Ourselves (expression and communication)
How the World Works (causation and interconnectedness)
How We Organize Ourselves (systems and responsibility)
Sharing the Planet (global citizenship and sustainability)
In each unit, students develop factual knowledge, procedural knowledge, and metacognitive
knowledge. For example, in the unit "How We Express Ourselves," students learn about
different forms of expression (factual knowledge), develop skills to create and communicate
their own expressions (procedural knowledge), and reflect on the purpose and impact of their
expressions (metacognitive knowledge).
Applying Conceptual Understanding in Music
As a music facilitator, you can help students apply their conceptual understanding in music
by:
Exploring how music reflects identity and culture (Unit 1)
Analyzing how music has evolved over time and influenced different cultures (Unit 2)
Creating music that conveys messages and tells stories (Unit 3)
Investigating how music is used in different contexts, such as ceremonies and celebrations
(Unit 4)
Examining how music can bring people together and promote social responsibility (Unit 5)
Reflecting on the impact of music on individuals and society (Unit 6)
By integrating music into the PYP curriculum, you can help students develop a deeper
understanding of the world and their place in it.
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Units 4-6: How the World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, and Sharing the Planet
In these units, students explore how the world works, how communities function, and how
living things depend on each other. As a music facilitator, you can help students apply these
concepts to music.
Unit 4: How the World Works
Conceptual understanding: Causation (cause and effect relationships)
Factual knowledge: Students learn about patterns and changes in the natural world and
physical systems.
Procedural knowledge and skills: Students develop skills to analyze and model systems and
patterns.
Metacognitive knowledge: Students think critically about the natural world and how to make
a positive impact.
In music, students can explore how different sounds and instruments work together to create
a cohesive piece. They can analyze and model different musical patterns and structures.
Unit 5: How We Organize Ourselves
Conceptual understanding: Systems (how communities function)
Factual knowledge: Students learn about different systems in society, such as government and
economy.
Procedural knowledge and skills: Students develop skills to analyze and evaluate systems.
Metacognitive knowledge: Students think critically about how systems impact individuals
and society.
In music, students can explore different musical systems, such as harmony and rhythm. They
can analyze and evaluate different musical styles and genres.
Unit 6: Sharing the Planet
Conceptual understanding: Interdependence and cooperation (living things depend on each
other)
Factual knowledge: Students learn about ecosystems, food chains, and sustainability.
Procedural knowledge and skills: Students develop skills to analyze and evaluate the impact
of human actions on the environment.
Metacognitive knowledge: Students think critically about interdependence and cooperation.
In music, students can explore how different instruments and voices work together to create a
cohesive piece. They can analyze and evaluate the impact of music on individuals and
society.
By integrating music into these units, you can help students develop a deeper understanding
of the world and their place in it.