Lesson 1: Minimalism
Exploring key features of minimalist music, including repeated patterns, layered textures and simple harmony.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Before starting this unit, check that the children can recall:
The meaning of basic musical elements (e.g. pulse, rhythm, pitch, tempo, dynamics and texture).
What it means when we talk about repeating patterns in music.
Things they might notice when listening to music (e.g. the music getting louder or quieter, or new sounds joining in).
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After a brief spell as an opera singer, Liz embarked on a 20-year career in music education, teaching at early years, primary and secondary. After Liz had her daughter, she started her own business Music Education Solutions® Limited, helping teachers across the UK deliver music with confidence. Liz teaches Foundation Stage and KS1 music in a primary school, and is also Programme Leader for the largest Level 4 Certificate for Music Educators centre in the world! She is Editor of Primary Music Magazine, a writer for Music Teacher Magazine, and a reviewer for the British Journal of Music Education.
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