The role of music education in the curriculum and the specific skills that should be developed by students at particular grade levels, as articulated by the state of Arizona, are described. It is stated that a comprehensive music program should afford students experiences in: performing/reading, creating/writing, listening/describing, and values. The document is organized into three grade level groupings (K-3, 4-6, 7-8) with a delineation of the skills in each of the four areas of experience that students at particular grade levels should develop. The skills that high school students should possess after completing courses in vocal music, music literature, or fine arts also are outlined. A 33-item annotated bibliography of sources relating to music education and a glossary of musical terms are included. (DB)