1 Do a Rhythm Playalong With 8th/16th Note Rhythms
Choose how to play the rhythm.
You could use speech, body percussion or instruments.
If this is too fast for your students, use the gear wheel tool to slow it down.
In this lesson you will
Choose how to play the rhythm.
You could use speech, body percussion or instruments.
If this is too fast for your students, use the gear wheel tool to slow it down.
Choose the level.
Clap each flashcard.
After you've clapped them all, you'll get a surprise!
Play the poem and step the beat
Learn about accented beats
Learn about 2/4 time signature
Figure out the rhythms of the poem
Do body percussion with the poem.
Try the body percussion given or create your own.
Create an ostinato.
Divide the class into two groups.
One group will decide how to perform the ostinato, and the other group the poem.
Decide how to perform.
- do you like it? - try it another way!
Optional: complete the worksheet.
Copy the movement or create your own!
Use the projectable to discuss the two performances, or copy the worksheet for students to complete.
Use the projectable to discuss the two performances, or copy the worksheet for students to complete.
Optional: If you can copy this for the students, have them complete after they watch the performances.
View the performance
Think about the elements of music.
This is a Safeshare link.
If the link doesn't work, search "Drops of Green - Rattlin Bog".
View the performance
Think about the elements of music.
This is a Safeshare link.
If the link doesn't work, search 'Louisiana Children's all state choir Rattlin Bog'.
Sing the song.
Create movements to go with the song.
Discuss the 3 arrangements of Rattlin Bog.
How were they similar?
- How were they different?