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While teaching this learning module you will cover multiple concepts including: Beat, Harmony
You'll also cover the themes of: Eras in Music
In this lesson, you will:
Watch the video to learn about the swing era.
This is a YouTube link.
If the link doesn't work, google "Sing, Sing, Sing" with the Benny Goodman orchestra.
Complete or discuss the listening assessment questions in the worksheet.
This song is a great performance piece for upper elementary.
It uses swing rhythms.
Create movements to go with each ostinato.
After you've learned the song in unison, layer the ostinatos until you can perform all 4 parts.
If singing is not allowed, do the movements to the music.
Or - play the ostinato patterns on barred instruments or Boomwhackers.