Vietnam Grade 9 Music Curriculum

The Grade 9 Music curriculum in Vietnam focuses on developing students' musical skills and appreciation through singing, playing instruments, music listening, reading, theory, and appreciation. It aims to nurture well-rounded individuals by fostering qualities like patriotism, kindness, and responsibility, along with skills such as communication, cooperation, and problem-solving. The curriculum is divided into two phases: Fundamental Education (compulsory for Grades 1-9) and Career-oriented Education (elective). Grade 9 falls under the Fundamental Education phase.

Textbooks

For the 2024-2025 academic year, three textbook options are available for Grade 9 Music:

1. Music 9 (Canh Dieu) by Do Thanh Hien et al. (Viet Nam Educational Publishing and Investment Corporation) 2. Music 9 (Ket noi tri thuc voi cuoc song) by Hoang Long et al. (Viet Nam Education Publishing House) 3. Music 9 (Chan troi sang tao) by Ho Ngoc Khai et al. (Viet Nam Education Publishing House)

Curriculum Content and Learning Objectives

The Grade 9 Music curriculum covers the following areas:

• Singing: Students learn to sing Vietnamese folk songs, foreign songs, and songs suitable for their age (14-15), focusing on correct pitch, rhythm, and expression. They practice singing solo, in duets, groups, and choirs, and learn to interpret the mood and sentiment of the songs.
• Music Listening: Students develop their appreciation for music by listening to age-appropriate vocal and instrumental pieces. They learn to identify composers and musical works, express their emotions, and imagine while listening.
• Music Reading: Students learn to read music in C major and A minor scales, including basic training exercises on intervals and rhythms. They practice reading note names, pitch, and durations, and learn to distinguish major and minor modes.
• Musical Instruments: Students learn to play basic rhythm, melody, and harmony exercises on instruments, focusing on correct pitch, duration, and expression. They practice playing solo and in ensembles, and learn about different instrument types.
• Music Theory: Students learn about intervals, key transposition, and chords in C major and A minor. They also learn to interpret musical symbols and terms.
• Music Appreciation: Students explore popular Vietnamese and foreign musical instruments, learn about notable composers and their works, and study different music genres. They also learn about intangible cultural heritage related to music recognized by UNESCO.