Musicians and physicists unite for an activity that explains frequency using the guitar as an example. Scientists view an animated video defining frequency and explore pitch changes. During the activity, tension changes on guitar strings demonstrate high and low pitch sounds for participants.

Concepts

frequency, sound waves, sound

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide t-charts to assist with note taking during the video
• Play different instrumental musical selections and ask group members to describe the frequency/pitch changes

Classroom Considerations

• Provide viewing accommodations as appropriate
• Replay or pause parts of the video as needed

Pros

• Uses helpful illustrations to support the example used during the activity
• Great for visual learners

Cons

• None