1. Expression of Music- The expression of music is the demonstration of human thought and emotion through the medium of performance, which is a product of knowledge study of music.

2. Creation of Music- The creation of music is the demonstration of skills in the composition, improvisation, and arranging of music. Creating music involves writing new music from an existing piece of music, or writing a new piece of music.

3. Theory of Music- The theory of music is the understanding of the distinctive knowledge, conventions, mechanics, and structure of organized sound. Investigation of music theory allows for a more complete understanding of all aspects of the musical process, including musical performance and composition.

4. Aesthetic Valuation of Music- The value of music focuses on the knowledge needed to make an informed evaluation and to provide a well thought out critique about a musical piece. It also addresses the beauty, heart, and soul: the aesthetics of music. Valuing music will permit inpiduals to distinguish between a scholarly and an inpidual judging of music.