Singing together bonds us together
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can name some different places where children may sing together and can participate in singing rounds.
Key learning points
- People sing together in lots of different communities.
- Singing as a group can help us connect to our communities.
- Simple folk songs and campfire songs are an important, traditional part of Guiding and Scouting communities.
- Songs sung in Guiding and Scouting groups are often folk songs that have been sung for generations.
- A round is a song structure where multiple groups sing the same thing but start at different times.
Keywords
Folk song - a song that originates from a particular country, culture or people and is usually passed down orally
Community - a group of people that are connected because they have things or places in common; for example, a school community
Structure - the way music is organised
Round - a song structure where multiple groups sing the same melody but start at different times
Common misconception
When singing in two parts, I should cover my ears/try not to listen to the other part. This will help me to hold my own part.
When we sing in two parts, it is important to have "open ears" so we can hear how both parts fit together.
Teacher tip
If your class find singing in a two part round tricky, sing in two parts with the audio track instead. Audio = part 1. Your class = part 2. This is a helpful scaffold when singing in two parts. Inviting confident pupils to stand at the front and lead each part can also be a good strategy.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Structure is ...
Q2.A is a song that originates from a particular country, culture or people that is usually passed down orally.
Q3.To sing in parts successfully, we need to have a good sense of __________ to stay in time.
Q4.When we sing together, we are singing as part of a ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.A is a song structure where multiple groups sing the same thing but start at different times.
Q2.Singing together can help to build a happy, welcoming .
Q3.Match the musical element to its definition.
Q4.True or false? Children's folk songs are usually accompanied.
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