Developing pulse and moving in time to the music
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can move in time to the pulse whilst singing.
Key learning points
- We keep a steady pulse while we sing so that we can stay in time with others.
- We can move to the pulse so that we can feel the steady beat of the music in our bodies.
- 2-time has a beat pattern of strong-weak.
- A fast tempo has a fast pulse. A slow tempo has a slow pulse.
Keywords
Pulse - the regular, steady heartbeat of the music
Beat - the playing or showing of the steady pulse, like the ticking of a clock
Tempo - how fast or slow the music is played
2-time - the organisation and feel of the beats as strong-weak
Common misconception
The beat is the same as the rhythm of the words.
The pulse is like a steady beat that stays the same, even when the rhythm of the words changes. Clap the beat whilst saying words to show how they are different.
Teacher tip
Use movement before instruments or singing to help internalise the pulse. This helps embed the pulse physically, making it easier for pupils to stay in time when performing.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why do we warm up our voices before we sing?
Q2.When the teacher gives a signal to stop, you should ...
Q3.If you sing too fast and your partner sings slowly, what might happen?
Q4.Which of these is not a percussion instrument?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the pulse in music?
Q2.What might you like to do when you feel the pulse?
Q3.What does tempo mean?
Q4.Which is the correct statement?
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