Middle School Lesson 29
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Eras in Music
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Introduction
In this lesson, you will:
- Get an introduction to the Theremin
- View the Google Arts presentation on the history of the Theremin
- Optional: Listen to “Flight of the Bumblebee” on Theremin
- Optional: How to Play the Flight of the Bumblebee on Theremin
Extension:
Musicplay is a menu. The teacher is not expected to teach every song or activity. Choose the songs and activities from the list that will best fit your schedule and the needs of your students.
Objectives
- I can describe music created on the Theremin.
- I can explain how the Theremin is played.
Teaching Procedures
An introduction to the Theremin
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Copy pages 1 and 2 of the worksheet for each student. As you go through the presentation, read the slide, listen to the examples and watch the videos. There are 1 to 3 questions on each slide. Have the students answer the questions before moving on to the next slide.
Optional: Listen to “Flight of the Bumblebee” on Theremin
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