This curriculum bulletin was intended to explain the Oregon Action Plan and its implications for the music curriculum in Oregon schools. The bulletin contains two sections. Section 1, "Music and the Present Standards", includes the following: (1) "Implications for Changes to Standards"; (2) "The Oregon Action Plan with Essential Learning Skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading, Mathematics, Critical Thinking and Study Skills"; and (3) "Music Textbooks." Section 2, "Music Curriculum Update," includes: (1) "Purpose"; (2) "Goals"; (3) "Content and Organization for the Primary and Intermediate Grades, Junior High School/Middle School, and High School Music Program"; and (4) "Music Teachers and Music Support." An appendix lists the graduation requirements for the graduating class of 1988. Six tables show curriculum balance, topical minicourses, and content emphasis. (EH)