Following a leader to change dynamics
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can follow signs for stronger and softer singing and know that changing the dynamics can change how the song feels.
Key learning points
- A conductor can help us know when to change dynamics.
- A conductor can show clear hand gestures to change the dynamics of our singing.
- When we follow a conductor, we all change dynamics at the same time.
- Changing dynamics can help a song to feel more interesting and exciting.
Keywords
Dynamics - how loudly or quietly the music is played or sung
Conductor - a person who directs musicians or singers
Gestures - hand actions used by the conductor to lead the singing or playing
Common misconception
Conductors are for orchestras and not for singing in class.
Following a conductor can help us to stay together and change our dynamics together. This adds focus to our singing as well as making the song more effective for an audience.
Teacher tip
Pupils can use clear, simple hand gestures to control the dynamics of the class singing. Practising following these gestures will help support an understanding of why a conductor is helpful. Pupils should explore how significantly they can alter their dynamics (e.g. from quite loud to very quiet).
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Another word we often hear when thinking about loud and quiet dynamics is .
Q2.Feeling the helps us to sing in time together.
Q3.A is someone who is chosen to lead the class singing and to decide what musical changes to make.
Q4.This conductor gesture means .
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.A can help us know when to change dynamics.
Q2.A conductor can show clear to change the dynamics of our singing.
Q3.Why is it helpful to have a conductor?
Q4.True or false? Changing dynamics can help a song feel more interesting and exciting.
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