Melody and Harmony Workshop
Introduces concepts of melody and harmony in group singing.
Description : Students learn to blend their voices in simple harmonies and explore melodic patterns through interactive singing exercises.
Category : Music
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations of Sound
Section 1: Exploring the Voice
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Singing
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Singing
- Lesson 2: Finding Your Natural Tone
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Finding Your Natural Tone
Section 2: Basic Breathing and Posture
- Lesson 1: Simple Breathing Techniques
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Simple Breathing Techniques
- Lesson 2: Posture for Singing Comfortably
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Posture for Singing Comfortably
Section 3: Understanding Pitch
- Lesson 1: What is Pitch?
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: What is Pitch?
- Lesson 2: High and Low Sounds
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: High and Low Sounds
Section 4: Listening Skills
- Lesson 1: Active Listening Basics
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Active Listening Basics
- Lesson 2: Identifying Different Tones
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Identifying Different Tones
Section 5: Vocal Warm-ups
- Lesson 1: Fun Vocal Exercises
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Fun Vocal Exercises
- Lesson 2: Simple Scales Warm-up
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Simple Scales Warm-up
Module 2: Introduction to Melody
Section 1: Discovering Melody
- Lesson 1: What is a Melody?
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is a Melody?
- Lesson 2: Simple Melodic Patterns
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple Melodic Patterns
Section 2: Singing Simple Tunes
- Lesson 1: Familiar Nursery Rhymes
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Familiar Nursery Rhymes
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Variation
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Variation
Section 3: Rhythm and Timing
- Lesson 1: Counting Beats
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Counting Beats
- Lesson 2: Moving with the Music
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Moving with the Music
Section 4: Pitch Matching
- Lesson 1: Hearing and Matching Pitch
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Hearing and Matching Pitch
- Lesson 2: Practice with a Partner
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practice with a Partner
Section 5: Memory in Music
- Lesson 1: Remembering Tune Sequences
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Remembering Tune Sequences
- Lesson 2: Repetition and Confidence
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Repetition and Confidence
Module 3: Introduction to Harmony
Section 1: What is Harmony?
- Lesson 1: Basics of Harmony
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basics of Harmony
- Lesson 2: Unison versus Harmony
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Unison versus Harmony
Section 2: Simple Two-Part Harmonies
- Lesson 1: Dividing Melodic Lines
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Dividing Melodic Lines
- Lesson 2: Practicing With a Partner
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing With a Partner
Section 3: Listening to Harmonies
- Lesson 1: Identifying Harmonic Layers
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Harmonic Layers
- Lesson 2: Stories in Sound
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Stories in Sound
Section 4: Blending Voices
- Lesson 1: Coordination and Timing
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Coordination and Timing
- Lesson 2: Creating a Unified Sound
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating a Unified Sound
Section 5: Building Basic Chords
- Lesson 1: Experimenting with Simple Chords
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Experimenting with Simple Chords
- Lesson 2: Gradual Harmony Building
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Gradual Harmony Building
Module 4: Interactive Singing Skills
Section 1: Group Singing
- Lesson 1: Singing Together
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Singing Together
- Lesson 2: Finding the Group Voice
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Finding the Group Voice
Section 2: Vocal Expression
- Lesson 1: Expressing Emotions in Song
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Expressing Emotions in Song
- Lesson 2: Storytelling Through Singing
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Storytelling Through Singing
Section 3: Maintaining Pitch in Groups
- Lesson 1: Listening to the Group Tone
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Listening to the Group Tone
- Lesson 2: Harmonizing in a Circle
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Harmonizing in a Circle
Section 4: Rhythmic Group Exercises
- Lesson 1: Clap, Tap, and Sing
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Clap, Tap, and Sing
- Lesson 2: Body Percussion Basics
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Body Percussion Basics
Section 5: Performance Skills
- Lesson 1: Simple Stage Presence
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Simple Stage Presence
- Lesson 2: Sharing Music Confidently
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing Music Confidently
Module 5: Creative Musical Expression
Section 1: Improv for Beginners
- Lesson 1: Listening and Reacting
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Listening and Reacting
- Lesson 2: Call and Response Games
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Call and Response Games
Section 2: Creating Your Own Tune
- Lesson 1: Building a Simple Melody
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Building a Simple Melody
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Harmony
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Harmony
Section 3: Exploring Musical Stories
- Lesson 1: Telling a Story with Song
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Telling a Story with Song
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions Through Melody
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions Through Melody
Section 4: Collaborative Composition
- Lesson 1: Working in Small Groups
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Working in Small Groups
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Reflecting on Creations
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sharing and Reflecting on Creations
Section 5: Review and Celebration
- Lesson 1: Recap of Essentials
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recap of Essentials
- Lesson 2: Friendly Performance Showcase
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Friendly Performance Showcase