Adding harmony and balancing sound
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can add simple harmony to a song whilst still working to create a balanced and united choral sound.
Key learning points
- There are choirs to suit nearly every style and they are a brilliant way of bringing communities together.
- Singing in harmony can help us create a rich choral sound.
- Do, mi and so sound great when combined to form harmony.
- We can add shape to a song by altering the dynamics.
- To sound like a choir, we need to work together to blend and balance our sound.
Keywords
Unison - the same tune sung or played at the same time
Harmony - the combination of two or more notes played or sung together, creating a pleasing sound
Dynamics - how loud or quiet the music is
Round - a song structure where multiple groups sing the same melody but start at different times
Melodic ostinato - a repeating musical pattern that uses notes of differing pitch
Common misconception
To sing in harmony successfully, we need to focus on our part and block out the other parts.
To develop tuning, balance and accuracy, we need to listen to all the parts being sung around us.
Teacher tip
You can challenge pupils by mixing the parts up, so the pupils singing around them are singing a different part!
Equipment
Beanbags for Sorida game.
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