In order to answer a music trivia question, young musicians must count the number of ties in a melody, name the final note, and use these clues to spell out Charlie Parker's nickname. This activity is not for the birds.

Concepts

music theory, music notes

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Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Illustrate the sound of slurs and ties on the piano
• Use the activity for pair work, as homework, or those who finish other exercises early

Pros

• The activity tests knowledge of music theory and critical thinking

Cons

• Younger learners will need support to understand the complex directions