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Lesson 6 of 6
  • Year 2

Performing songs with simple accompaniments

I can perform songs with two or more layers, singing my part accurately and keeping a steady pulse.

Lesson 6 of 6
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  • Year 2

Performing songs with simple accompaniments

I can perform songs with two or more layers, singing my part accurately and keeping a steady pulse.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Warming up prepares us for rehearsing and performing safely and helps us do our best.
  2. A rehearsal helps us prepare for a performance and can help us feel less nervous.
  3. A conductor give us musical signals, to help us perform well.
  4. An audience wants to enjoy a successful musical performance with us.

Keywords

  • Warm up - a sequence of exercises used to prepare the mind, body and voice for singing / playing instruments

  • Rehearse - to practise in order to improve and prepare for performance

  • Perform - presenting our work in front of others

  • Conductor - a person who directs musicians or singers

  • Audience - a group of people gathered to listen and watch a live performance

Common misconception

If we know our songs well, we do not need to rehearse before a performance.

A rehearsal can really help to settle the nerves, helping us know what will happen and how things will feel different during the performance.


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Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
When we sing the same thing at the same time, we are singing in ...

an orchestra
Correct answer: unison
parts

Q2.
What is an ostinato?

a very high note
Correct answer: a repeating musical pattern
a louder note in a song

Q3.
True or False? Singing with a group means listening as well as singing.

Correct Answer: true, yes

Q4.
When we think about balancing our sound, we are thinking about our ...

Correct answer: dynamics
beat
rhythm

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Why is it helpful to rehearse before a performance?

so you can sing louder than everyone else
Correct answer: so you know what will happen and feel confident
so you don't have to concentrate when you sing

Q2.
A gives us musical signals, to help us perform well.

Correct Answer: conductor

Q3.
What does performing mean in music?

singing just for fun in your head
practising in private
Correct answer: sharing your music with others

Q4.
What should you do after a performance?

shout and celebrate loudly
Correct answer: smile, bow, and listen to feedback
hide behind your group