Rap 'n Rhythmetic: Making Music with Arithmetic, Ratios, & Exponents (6 - 8)
Overview
| Program Description: |
Students begin creating and revising a spoken word or rap song on the first day, then learn on the second day to analyze poetic meter using poetic and mathematical terms to differentiate individual li... Read more
Students begin creating and revising a spoken word or rap song on the first day, then learn on the second day to analyze poetic meter using poetic and mathematical terms to differentiate individual line types. On the third day, they compose and revise an accompanying Hip-Hop instrumental, with electronic music software. On the fourth day, students use arithmetic including ratios and basic algebra, focusing on exponents to figure out the possible combinations of Hip-Hop rhythms available for their song. At the close, we'll record the RapOet rapping over the student's original music, and students will have a chance to perform their original spoken word or rap song as well. Schools with at least 60 students will see a live performance from the RapOet on the first day, before breaking into individual classes. Those with under 60 students will receive a smaller demonstration to start the individual classes on their first day. DIFFERENTIATION: 8th graders are challenged to explain, in addition to demonstrating the impact of altering poetic & musical elements 6th graders are given less complex rhythms to calculate (exponents will be introduced based on the hosting teacher's recommendations)
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| Available to Grade(s): |
6, 7, 8 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Performance & In-School Workshop |
| Cost Per Student: |
$10 |
| Number of Visits: |
4 |
| Length of Visit: |
other minutes |
| Availability: |
All year :) |
Requirements
| Length Info: |
Class duration is 30 to 90 minutes (based on school"s needs)Performances are 30 min to 3 hrs (based on school"s needs).See description for minimum students to qualify f... Read more
Class duration is 30 to 90 minutes (based on school"s needs) Performances are 30 min to 3 hrs (based on school"s needs). See description for minimum students to qualify for live performance
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| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
yes |
| Meeting Method: |
Email, Phone |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
If the above materials are not provided by the school, the RapOet will gladly bring a Laptop, speakers, paper, and utensils :) |
| Materials School Provides: |
If you can't provide the following materials, the RapOet will provide alternatives. Just let him know if you have: - A smartboard with sound, speakers, and ability to connect a USB drive... Read more
If you can't provide the following materials, the RapOet will provide alternatives. Just let him know if you have: - A smartboard with sound, speakers, and ability to connect a USB drive - Paper/index cards and pens/crayons for students on Day 1 and 2 - A laptop for each student on Day 3 and 4. Alternatively, a laptop for each group of 2 to 4 students in the class.
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| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
Schools with at least 60 students will need an auditorium or cafeteria with a table where the RapOet can put his DJ's equipment, and will discuss the sound system in advance, to determine whether he'l... Read more
Schools with at least 60 students will need an auditorium or cafeteria with a table where the RapOet can put his DJ's equipment, and will discuss the sound system in advance, to determine whether he'll use the schools sound system, speakers, and mics, or bring his own. Schools with under 60 students will receive a scaled down performance in their individual classrooms, at the beginning of the residency... so no particular space or set up is required for them.
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Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Math |
| Art Form: |
Music |
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