Introduction to Indian Classical music (3-5)
Overview
| Program Description: |
This program can be setup in the gym where we can have a group of 40 sit together as a group. 1. Children will learn how to greet by joining palms and saying "˜Namaste" 2. A six minute powerpoint... Read more
This program can be setup in the gym where we can have a group of 40 sit together as a group. 1. Children will learn how to greet by joining palms and saying "˜Namaste" 2. A six minute powerpoint presentation will cover history, origin and evolution of arts with a special focus on genres of music. Children see pictures of classical, folk and bollywood music(popular culture). Significance, context, languages, instruments of each form are discussed. Instrument segment: 3. An instrument that is used to create rhythmic phrases is demonstrated and passed around to try their hand. 4. A "˜shruthi box" which is an electronic instrument that keeps the base notes of the scale is shown. Vocal exercises segment 5. A group of vocal exercises are taught by changing from one scale to the other. The 7 musical notes are discussed by comparing them to the western scale. Each note is sung by the children. Song Segment 6. The structure of a classical song is explained where musical notes and lyrics in different languages are introduced. The themes and language of the lyrics are introduced. 7. The children then learn a song 8. Quiz round : Questions are asked on the content shared, and a reward is given for right answers! 9. Q & A: Session ends with a question and answer session /quiz with rewards!
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| Available to Grade(s): |
3, 4, 5 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Workshop |
| Program Format Details: |
Program intended for the entire grade level to experience together. |
| Cost Per Student: |
$10 |
| Number of Visits: |
1 |
| Length of Visit: |
45 minutes |
| Availability: |
All year |
Requirements
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
no |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
Artist will bring a HP laptop, an electronic instrument 'shruthi box' and an instrument that the kids can pass around to try their hand. |
| Materials School Provides: |
The workshop will require a projector . The program can be setup in the Gym with a projector. The artist will bring an HP laptop. A HDMI cable will be needed to plug the laptop to the projector ... Read more
The workshop will require a projector . The program can be setup in the Gym with a projector. The artist will bring an HP laptop. A HDMI cable will be needed to plug the laptop to the projector In the absence of a projector we could bring printouts to help students follow the musical notes.
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| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
This workshop can have the one grade level sit together. It can be setup in the gym. Artist will connect laptop using HDMI cable to projects notes and visuals. |
Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Social Studies |
| Common Core Standard: |
Grade 3: Connecticut and Local History Cultural Communities in Connecticut Present and Past |
| Art Form: |
Music |
| Core Art Standard: |
Connecting Anchor Standard 11: Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding. |
| Program Learning Targets: |
Students will listen to and identify characteristics of different genres of Indian music.Students will explore and play basic sounds on traditional Indian instruments.Students ... Read more
Students will listen to and identify characteristics of different genres of Indian music. Students will explore and play basic sounds on traditional Indian instruments. Students will sing simple melodies from Indian musical traditions.
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| Wit & Wisdom Connection: |
Grade 3 Module 3: A New Home |
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