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Hardy Elementary Music

Instruction in our elementary music programs is guided by the California Arts Standards - Music. Music is also aligned with San Diego Unified School District’s Standards-based Learning directive and students are assessed in music to ensure acquisition of the standards-aligned critical concepts based on the academic targets within the proficiency scales. The music standards are designed like a spiral, in which students increase and deepen their artistic literacy, creativity, and critical thinking skills at each level, and will emerge ready to engage in a lifetime of arts experiences and appreciation.

 


Instruction in every arts discipline and at every grade level utilize the same four artistic processes: 

  • Creating
  • Presenting/Performing/Producing
  • Responding
  • Connecting

FULL GRADE LEVEL (FGL) MUSIC

Hardy has the Full Grade Level music program and students receive a weekly music class for all 4th and 5th graders. 

Fourth grade students will experience the California Arts Standards (music) using the recorders, voice, body, and various classroom musical instruments. 

Fifth grade students will experience and apply music knowledge and skills based on the music standards through a weekly instrumental or vocal ensemble class. In 5th grade, students choose from their preference of band, choir, or string orchestra, taught by two or three credentialed music educators and is held once a week per grade level. 

Third Grade Supplemental Music Program

Thanks to Villa Musica, a local San Diego music organization, and its partnership with Carnegie Hall, third graders at Hardy Elementary participate in a supplemental music program.

Students learn to play the recorder and develop their singing skills. The program includes weekly 45-minute sessions. It culminates in a special concert with students from other local schools, accompanied by a live symphony orchestra in collaboration with the La Jolla Symphony. This program is provided at no cost to Hardy Elementary. Villa Musica is committed to ensuring it continues for years to come.

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