Composing together using do, mi, so
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can contribute to the composition of a three note song (do, mi, so).
Key learning points
- Melodies do not need to be complicated. They can use simple rhythms and just a few notes.
- Effective song melodies will use repetition of ideas.
- Do, mi and so work really well together to create pleasing melodies.
- Notation needs to be written carefully and spaced out thoughtfully in order for it to be read easily.
Keywords
Melody - a combination of notes to make a memorable tune
Chant - speaking in time to a pulse
4-time - the organisation and feel of the beats as: strong-weak-medium-weak
Rhythm - the pattern of sounds and silences that we play and sing
Pitch - how high or low a note is
Common misconception
Ta-di is two beats.
Every time we chant 'Ta' it is the beginning of a new beat. Ta-di is two sounds in one beat, each sound is half a beat.
Teacher tip
Take extra time to model a simple, successful melody that includes lots of repetition and not many leaps, and model how to notate this clearly and neatly.
Equipment
Pencils or claves - four for each pupil.
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