Playing a folk melody in two parts
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can play Korobeiniki with a melody and accompaniment.
Key learning points
- Folk dances often have highly rhythmic accompaniment parts which make them effective for dancing.
- These will often use repeated rhythms that create rhythmic drive, which is a feeling of energy.
- In Korobeiniki, we can create a simple accompaniment using the bass notes A, D and E.
- By choosing a suitable rhythm, we can create the rhythmic drive typical of many folk dances.
Keywords
Accompaniment - a part in the music that supports the melody
Semibreve - a note that lasts for four beats
Crotchet - a note that lasts for one beat
Rhythmic drive - a feeling of energy created by rhythms
Common misconception
Folk dances and folk songs are different names for exactly the same thing.
Not necessarily. Many folk songs are for storytelling or other purposes, not dancing. Some folk songs are designed for dancing, which often have different features, including an upbeat tempo, strong pulse and rhythmic drive.
Teacher tip
Some pupils may not reach the stage of being ready to add a simple accompaniment or one with rhythmic drive. Emphasise that, when practising, pupils should be focusing on the melody first, then only adding the accompaniment once the melody is fluent and accurate.
Equipment
Keyboard instrument
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