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Harmony writing and singing in 2 or 3 parts
I can use solfège to compose harmony and perform songs in 2 or 3 parts.
- Year 4
Harmony writing and singing in 2 or 3 parts
I can use solfège to compose harmony and perform songs in 2 or 3 parts.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- So, mi and do create pleasing harmony when sung at the same time.
- We can layer a harmony part and a rhythmic ostinato to add a thicker texture to our to our songs.
- Singing partner songs together can create harmony.
Keywords
Harmony - when two or more pitches are played or sung together
Stave - lines on which musical notes can be placed
Solfège - a system of naming pitches so we can recognise patterns by ear, e.g. so, mi and do
Common misconception
When singing in harmony, we need to ignore the other parts to concentrate on our own part.
When singing in harmony, we need to listen carefully to the other parts to ensure our part blends with the other voices.
To help you plan your year 4 music lesson on: Harmony writing and singing in 2 or 3 parts, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 4 music lesson on: Harmony writing and singing in 2 or 3 parts, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What solfège is shown here?
Q2.What is a melodic ostinato?
Q3.What do bar lines show in music?
Q4.The song 'Did You Ever See A Lassie?' is in ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.'So', 'mi' and 'do' make pleasing harmony when sung at the same time. True or false?
Q2.How do you know these pitches are 'so', 'mi' and 'do'?
Q3.Which song starts with this rhythm?
