Music (MUS01‑03)
Competence aims and assessment

Not in force for 5. trinn–7. trinn until 1.8.2026

This version of the curriculum is not in force for 5. trinn–7. trinn until 1.8.2026. Until 1.8.2026 the previous curriculum version is in force.

Examples of connections

Explanation

Competence aims after Year 7

The pupil is expected to be able to

  • perform a repertoire of music, songs, other vocal expressions and dance from the contemporary period and from past times
  • explore and discuss how music from the past affects today's music
  • rehearse and perform songs and music, together or alone, by ear and using simple notation techniques
  • listen to, experiment and create new expressions with instruments, body, voice or sounds from other sources, and present the result
  • use technology and digital tools to create, rehearse and process music
  • use subject-related terms in the description of and reflection on work processes, results, musical expressions and techniques
  • explore and present musical experiences and perceptions
  • investigate how gender, gender roles and sexuality are presented in music and dance in the public sphere, and create expressions that challenge stereotypes
  • reflect on how music can play different roles in developing the identity of individuals and groups

Formative assessment

Formative assessment shall help to promote learning and develop competence in the subject. The pupils demonstrate and develop competence in music in Years 5, 6 and 7 when they play, sing, perform other vocal expressions and dance. They also demonstrate and develop competence when they have the opportunity to make music, show creativity and imagination in creative work, work in a process oriented way with craft and aesthetic skills, and use music, singing and dance to explore, express understanding of and present their own opinions about social phenomena and challenges.

The teacher shall facilitate for pupil participation and stimulate the desire to learn by allowing the pupils to experiment, and use their imagination and creativity in processes and creative work. The teacher and pupils shall engage in dialogue about their development in music. The pupils shall have the opportunity to experiment in the subject. With the competence the pupils have demonstrated as the starting point, they shall have the opportunity to express what they believe they have achieved and what they believe they have done better than before. The teacher shall provide guidance on further learning and adapt the teaching to enable the pupils to use the guidance provided to develop their competence in the subject.