The Musician's Pledge

Because I am a well behaved musician,

I listen and follow directions, use self-control, respect people, instruments, and materials and always do my best.

Because I am a world class musician,

I listen attentively to music of many different styles and historical periods, and respect the music of other cultures.

Because I am a performing musician,

I use my musical skills to the best of my ability and contribute to the group in my highest capacity.

This is from the poem entitled "The Musician's Pledge."

1. Singing alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.

2. Performing on instruments alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.

3. Improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments.

4. Composing and arranging music within specified guidelines.

5. Reading and notating music.

6. Listening to, analyzing, and describing music.

7. Evaluating music and music performances.

8. Understanding the relationships between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts.

9. Understanding music in relation to history and culture.

These are the National Music Standards as adapted by MENC.