a type of scale, of which there are seven main types

a mode that sounds similar to a minor scale; the D dorian mode uses the white notes starting on D

a structure based on repeating verses, with variation in the lyrics

a folk song traditionally sung by sailors to help them coordinate their movements

the dorian mode

British English CC

scale comparison 1

scale comparison 2

Scarborough Fair melody 

Greensleeves melody

playing the Drunken Sailor melody

task B feedback performance

Modes and sea shanties

Music

Characteristics of folk songs

Composing a pentatonic melody

Singing sea shanties

Folk dance and the minor scale

Playing a folk melody in two parts

This unit explores folk music from around the world, with detailed looks at sea shanties and Russian folk dance. Pupils are exposed to a diverse array of folk music, exploring characteristics that are typical of folk traditions, composing simple melodies, singing and performing using keyboards.

Folk songs from around the world

it is a type of scale with a distinct sound

The dorian mode sounds similar to what scale?

A __________ is a type of folk song that was traditionally sung by sailors to coordinate their movements.

A __________ structure repeats the same verse with different lyrics.

A phrase is a short section of a melody, normally 1, 2 or _____ bars long.

A scale that includes five notes is called a __________ scale.

A conjunct melody moves by __________ steps.

Order the five notes of the G major pentatonic scale.

Which of these is NOT a common characteristic of folk music?

A pair of quavers (eighth notes) is worth how many beats?

Modes and sea shanties

Lesson outcome