With TONART 9/10, the successful and popular concept of the upper secondary school music series TONART continues. Its topics are precisely aligned with the curriculum, optimally preparing students for music lessons in upper secondary education. TONART 9/10 offers a variety of well-prepared materials for a comprehensive and engaging music education. In seven thematic areas, the textbook enables a detailed exploration of the epochs of music history, highlights topics such as music theater or dance and choreography, and connects to contemporary pop music and its marketing strategies. New to this volume are six competency chapters, where essential skills such as arranging a pop song or improvising a blues can be acquired or developed. These competencies also include preparing a music presentation.