Structure
Developing an understanding of structure by exploring and ordering rhythms.
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*NEW* Structure (Theme: Myths and legends)
Please note
This new lesson helps the children develop an understanding of structure by exploring and ordering rhythms. The Archived unit: Myths and legends will no longer be updated. Please see our Music: Long-term plan for more information about recent updates to our scheme and how they may affect your school.
Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Recognise, play and write rhythms with one beats and paired half beats.
- Show a rest beat using a silent movement.
- Read and follow a structure from left to right.
- Add rhythms to a structure to create a beginning, middle and end.
- Work well as part of a group, listening to others and respecting their ideas.
- Maintain a steady beat.
- Use a thinking voice to play rhythms on an instrument.
Suggested prior learning
Lessons
Lesson 1: Reading and clapping rhythms
- To read and clap a rhythm based on a phrase from a story.
Lesson 2: Clapping and writing rhythms
- To hear, write and clap rhythms based on a phrase from a story.
Lesson 3: Structure
- To use a rhythm in different ways to demonstrate structure.
Lesson 4: Compose with structure
- To create a structure using rhythmic patterns.
Lesson 5: Rehearse and perform
- To perform a group composition.
Key skills
Key knowledge
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Unit resources
Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Reading – comprehension; Spoken language.
British values: Mutual respect.