Important note
We have archived this unit as use of the Kodaly method of notation is not compatible with the standard written notation elsewhere in the scheme. We suggest replacing this teaching of this unit with the Baroque unit.
Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Repeat rhythms accurately.
- Successfully participate in rhythm games.
- Feel the pulse while participating in activities, e.g. singing or chanting.
- Notate rhythms accurately.
- Clap the rhythm at the same time as chanting the words.
- Choose rhythmic elements that add up to 8 counts.
- Perform compositions demonstrating a good sense of pulse.
- Perform their compositions securely with their partners.
Suggested prior learning
Musical theatre
Get startedLessons
Lesson 1: Try Kodaly
Lesson 2: Getting into the groove
Lesson 3: Clapping music
Lesson 4: Composing crews
Lesson 5: Let’s notate
Key skills
- Recognising and confidently discussing
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Key knowledge
- To know that ‘graphic
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Key vocabulary
kodaly
rhythm
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Unit resources
Assessment – Music Y6: Advanced rhythms
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Music: Long-term plans
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Music: Pupil progression of skills
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Equipment list
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Unit vocabulary
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Cross-curricular opportunities
None relevant to this unit.