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Here are some links from Mrs Dowden that you might like to take a look at!!
RING TONE DANCING - we have done this together in the music room. A great idea to get the whole family involved. Choose a few mobile phone ring tones and have a competition to make the funniest/coolest moves.
GRATITUDE SONG - have a listen to this song about being grateful. When it comes to the chorus, say some of the things that YOU are grateful for.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir7SIxwtoyM
TYPATONE - use a keypad to make music while you type.
PAPATUANUKU IS BREATHING - well being poem and graphics
BLOB opera -
https://artsandculture.google.com/experiment/blob-opera/AAHWrq360NcGbw?cp=e30.
HOOK LINE and SINGALONG - A song by a kiwi pupil with sign language and lyrics. 'Aotearoa', easy to learn and also one of this year's choir songs. Good for all levels.
RHYTHM - some ideas for middle and senior pupils, including some topical words relating to covid to tap out and a video to watch and join in with. Also has some rhythm activities to do on their devices. https://sites.google.com/view/primarymusicforhomelearning/elements-of-music/rhythm-%C5%ABngeri
PLAYING - a virtual Xylophone to play on. Suitable for all ages.
To help celebrate Chinese New Year, click on this link to learn 2 songs in Chinese - HAPPY BIRTHDAY and IN THE CLASSROOM.
This song, WE ARE ONE, was written by a primary school student last year. Sing along with the lyrics, learn the sign language or play along with the guitar/ukulele chords in the link.
Some stories / songs by NZer Kath Bee.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceMiRvJ4RU2b43c4x-NvoQ
A programme about the orchestra with music, games, activities etc.
https://www.classicsforkids.com/music/instruments_orchestra.php
The New Symphony Orchestra plays individual instruments and talks about their role in the orchestra. More instruments are added each week.
https://live.nzso.co.nz/concerts/play-our-part-3/watch
An activity with lots of ideas from simple to more complex about making a 'Music Wall' from household items.
https://www.designrulz.com/outdoor-music-wall-ideas/
Making an instrument can be as simple as using a yoghurt container, some dry rice or pasta and sticky tape to make a maraca. This site has great ideas for making a range of homemade instruments.
https://www.mydso.com/dso-kids/activities/make-your-own-instrument
MAY MUSIC MONTH
MAY MUSIC MONTH
MAY is NEW ZEALAND MUSIC MONTH!
During the month of May we celebrate NZ Music on our screens, radios, venues, schools etc.
We have some amazing New Zealand singers, songwriters and musicians.
How many can you and your family name?
Did you come up with these names?
Lorde
Split Enz
Dave Dobbyn
Crowded House
Below are some top NZ songs from the last few years. How about having a karaoke session or a disco with the people in your bubble.
Don't dream it's over - Crowded House
Loyal - Dave Dobbyn
Counting the Beat - The Swingers [This is our slower version of 'Rhythm 7 - can you teach your family?]
Six months in a leaky boat - Split Enz [Have a look at a few music video clips from this group - check out their zany hair, make up and costumes!]
Slice of Heaven - Dave Dobbyn and Herbs
April sun in Cuba - Dragon [This our fast version of 'Rhythm 7' - good luck!]
Choose a song and listen to it. You may like to do some art using something mentioned in the lyrics.
COMPOSITION CHALLENGE - anyone can be a composer/singer/music artist!!
Choose a well known tune [eg] Rpw, row, row your boat, Happy Birthday the ABC song...
Change the words to fit the tune. Your song could be about activities you've done in your bubble, your favourite sport/hobby, etc.
Good luck!!
Recording - Device option
Recording - Device option
Have a go at creating your own graphic notation composition using the free resources below.
Teach someone else in your bubble how to use graphic notation. (Kandinsky or Fischinger versions below).
New Zealand Music Month Reading
New Zealand Music Month Reading
Starting with Strings, School Journal Level 2, August 2015 http://instructionalseries.tki.org.nz/Instructional-Series/School-Journal/School-Journal-Level-2-August-2015/Starting-with-Strings
This text is about Sistema Aotearoa, a children’s orchestra based in Otara. The article explains how children join the orchestra, what’s involved in learning to play an instrument, and what it means to be part of the orchestra.
The Ukelele Maker, Junior Journal 58, Level 2, 2019 http://instructionalseries.tki.org.nz/Instructional-Series/Junior-Journal/Junior-Journal-58-Level-2-2019/The-Ukulele-Maker
Dave Gilberd is a luthier, a maker of stringed instruments. This report describes how Dave makes a ukulele. A note at the end of the report provides additional information about how the ukulele got its name.
The Kiwileles, Junior Journal 58, Level 2, 2019 http://instructionalseries.tki.org.nz/Instructional-Series/Junior-Journal/Junior-Journal-58-Level-2-2019/The-Kiwileles
This report provides information about the Kiwileles, a ukulele orchestra made up of New Zealand school students. It focuses on the experiences of students at East Tamaki School and includes a description of some of the steps involved in learning to play a ukulele.
South Pacific Beats, Connected 2018, Level 3 – Cracking the Code http://instructionalseries.tki.org.nz/Instructional-Series/Connected/Connected-2018-Level-3-Cracking-the-Code/South-Pacific-Beats
Wellington designer Rachael Hall has developed a modern version of the traditional Tongan lali. Called Patō, Rachael’s drum keeps the traditional sound of a lali but incorporates digital capabilities.
Singing
Singing
Singing for Wellbeing
Singing for Wellbeing
Choose a song to sing!
ENJOY singing it with others in your bubble!
Sing and sign the winning song for this year's Hook, line and singalong competition. Use this link to find the lead sheets, chord chart and videos to support learning this song.
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