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Learning objective
- To create and perform music inspired by the Northern Lights using melody, chords and a drone.
Success criteria
- I can create a melody that reflects the
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National curriculum
Music
Pupils should be taught to:
- Appreciate
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Cross-curricular links
None.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Show the Presentation: Speak like an expert. Play each audio. Ask the children to talk with a partner about what they can hear. Encourage use of musical vocabulary.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support:
- Could create a simple melody using two or three notes by focusing on changing pitch rather than selecting from the full range.
- Could play the drone instead of chords.
Pupils working at greater depth:
- Should use changes in dynamics to reflect the movement and mood of the Northern Lights and the backing track.
- Should develop their melody by using changes in pitch and repetition to create a clear musical shape.
- Could experiment with combining melody, chords and drone in different ways.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding can:
- Create a melody that reflects the atmosphere of
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Vocabulary definitions
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chord
Two or more notes played together.
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drone
A really long note, usually low-pitched.
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