Playing and singing simultaneously
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can play a rhythmic ostinato and sing at the same time.
Key learning points
- A simple way to create an ostinato is to use rhythms from a song or chant.
- Using stick notation is one way of notating an ostinato.
- An ostinato can make an effective accompaniment to our singing.
- Performing a rhythmic ostinato as we sing a song adds texture and interest to our performance.
Keywords
Rhythm - the pattern of sounds that we play and sing
Stick notation - a way of writing music down
Ostinato - a repeating musical pattern which can by rhythmic or melodic
Accompaniment - a musical part that supports the main melody or chant
Texture - the combination of different layers of sounds
Common misconception
An ostinato is not a very exciting accompaniment.
An ostinato can make a singing performance more interesting and memorable. Ostinatos are used to great effect in many pieces of music in different styles and genres.
Teacher tip
Before playing and singing simultaneously, it is important that pupils have had plenty of experience playing the ostinato pattern, and can play it confidently. Start by working in two groups, one singing and the other playing.
Equipment
Untuned percussion instruments such as claves. Multiple copies of the worksheet to cut and stick rhythms.
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