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Singing in the Classroom Lesson PlanSinging in the Classroom Lesson Plan
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Lauren Kitchin
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Singing in the Classroom

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Those new to the Kodály Method of music instruction, as well as experienced educations, will find everything they need in a resource designed to launch a five-week vocal music program. Packed with warm ups, games, activities, and enrichment exercises, the packet is a must have for all music teachers.

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Concepts

the kodaly method, singing, elements of music, rhythm, melodies

Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Enlarge The Solfa graphic and post in the classroom
  • Print the worksheets in color and laminate them to permit reuse

Classroom Considerations

  • The 14-page packet includes background information on Zoltán Kodály, his method, and on how to introduce young children to vocal music
  • Music for all the mentioned songs can be found online

Pros

  • The lessons are carefully scaffolded, introducing one concept at a time
  • Includes charts that illustrate the stick notation

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  • None

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