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- Year 9
Performing three independent parts
I can sing a song with three independent parts and use emphasis and dynamics to add musical shape.
- Year 9
Performing three independent parts
I can sing a song with three independent parts and use emphasis and dynamics to add musical shape.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Singing in thirds is a common and effective way of harmonising a melodic line.
- Appropriate use of dynamics and emphasis within the phrase can add shape to a melody.
- Singing a piece through changing textures.
- Singing a melody with an extended range and more complex phrases for breathing.
Keywords
Ostinato - a repeated pattern
Third - an interval of three notes. When both notes are performed together, the harmony would be described as ‘3rds’
Breath control - managing airflow to sustain the phrases. This starts with taking a good singing breath
Common misconception
When pupils take a big breath, they raise their shoulders.
A singing breath is from the diaphragm; the upper body and shoulders should remain relaxed.
To help you plan your year 9 music lesson on: Performing three independent parts, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 9 music lesson on: Performing three independent parts, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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