Practising repetitive cells for a fusion performance
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can learn and rehearse repetitive musical cells with accuracy and a steady pulse.
Key learning points
- Repeated motifs are like small building blocks that composers use to create continuity, momentum, and structure
- We can layer rhythmic cells to create an accompaniment texture.
- A melodic riff is a short, repeated musical phrase or pattern that forms a core part of a musical piece.
Keywords
Cell - a simple musical pattern that can be rhythmic or melodic
Fusion - the process of blending two or more different musical styles, genres, or traditions to create a new, distinct sound
Afrobeat - a style of music that originated in Nigeria, often with chanted vocals over repeated riffs
Accompaniment - a musical part that supports the main melody or chant
Riff - a short, repeated musical phrase or pattern
Common misconception
Fusion music is less authentic or valuable than traditional genres.
Fusion music is in itself innovative and musically complex and is recognised as a genre in its own right.
Teacher tip
Some pupils may think two certain styles will not work in fusion music. Encourage pupils to try them before making a decision just as professional musicians would do.
Equipment
Class set of pitched percussion instruments.
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