Performing songs with simple accompaniments
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can perform songs with two or more layers, singing my part accurately and keeping a steady pulse.
Key learning points
- Warming up prepares us for rehearsing and performing safely and helps us do our best.
- A rehearsal helps us prepare for a performance and can help us feel less nervous.
- A conductor give us musical signals, to help us perform well.
- 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.
Teacher tip
This might be a great time to let pupils be the conductor!
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When we sing the same thing at the same time, we are singing in ...
Q2.What is an ostinato?
Q3.True or False? Singing with a group means listening as well as singing.
Q4.When we think about balancing our sound, we are thinking about our ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is it helpful to rehearse before a performance?
Q2.A gives us musical signals, to help us perform well.
Q3.What does performing mean in music?
Q4.What should you do after a performance?
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