Year 4
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will learn about pulse and rhythm. We will learn some new songs and keep a steady pulse. We will then use musical symbols to perform rhythms. To finish there is a quiz to test your knowledge!
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5 Questions
Q1.
What is the pulse?
The length of sound
The pattern of sounds
Q2.
Which of these symbols represent a 1 beat note? (1 clap)
Option 2
Option 3
Q3.
What is the rhythm?
The heartbeat of the music
When we use our bodies to create sound
Q4.
What is a time signature?
It tells us how many beats are in the whole piece.
It tells us when to stop playing
Q5.
What type of song is Step back baby?
A song in unison (1 part)
Layering song
Round