Singing stronger and feeling energised
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can control my strong singing voice to suit a song without shouting.
Key learning points
- We can use our louder singing voice safely and without shouting.
- Singing strongly suits some songs more than others.
- We can choose our dynamics based on how the song makes us feel.
- Loud singing can make us feel joyful and energetic.
- We can feel energised by adding actions to our songs.
Keywords
Dynamics - how loudly or quietly the music is played or sung
Strong - strong and loud are both words we use to describe a louder dynamic
Soft - soft and quiet are both words we use to describe a quieter dynamic
Common misconception
Singing loudly means using our shouting voice.
Singing loudly should be a controlled, projected sound that avoids shouting.
Teacher tip
Encouraging pupils to open their mouths a little more when they sing can help the sound resonate and appear louder. The breathing warm-ups will help prepare the children for controlled louder singing.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When we think about whether to sing softly or strongly, we are thinking about the ...
Q2.We might sing lullabies, spooky and calm songs with a __________ dynamic.
Q3.Often, we move to the when we add our actions to our singing. This can help us feel connected to the song.
Q4.Why do we not shout when we sing?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1. singing can help us feel happy, joyful, and energetic.
Q2.Which dynamics might suit which song?
soft
strong
strong
soft
Q3.It can help to add __________ to our lively songs to help us feel even more energetic.
Q4.It is important to deeply to support your singing.
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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