Rock and Pop Music Exploration
Examines popular music styles and performance techniques.
Description : Through listening exercises, group discussions, and creative projects, students explore the elements of rock and pop music and express their own musical ideas.
Category : Music
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Rock and Pop Music
Section 1: The Roots and Beginnings
- Lesson 1: Discovering the Origins
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Discovering the Origins
- Lesson 2: Early Influences and Stories
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Early Influences and Stories
Section 2: Early Pioneers and Influential Figures
- Lesson 1: Meet the Pioneers
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Meet the Pioneers
- Lesson 2: Stories of Trailblazers
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Stories of Trailblazers
Section 3: Essential Instruments in the Early Days
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Guitars and Drums
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Guitars and Drums
- Lesson 2: Understanding the Sound of Early Instruments
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding the Sound of Early Instruments
Section 4: Basic Elements of Sound
- Lesson 1: What is Rhythm and Beat?
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: What is Rhythm and Beat?
- Lesson 2: Exploring Melody and Harmony
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Exploring Melody and Harmony
Section 5: Listening and Enjoying Early Hits
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Classic Tunes
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recognizing Classic Tunes
- Lesson 2: Sharing What Moves You
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing What Moves You
Module 2: Understanding Rhythm and Beat
Section 1: What is Rhythm?
- Lesson 1: Defining Rhythm in Music
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining Rhythm in Music
- Lesson 2: Identifying Steady Beats
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying Steady Beats
Section 2: Learning the Beat
- Lesson 1: Clapping and Tapping Exercises
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Clapping and Tapping Exercises
- Lesson 2: Finding the Beat in Songs
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Finding the Beat in Songs
Section 3: Percussion in Rock and Pop
- Lesson 1: Exploring Drums and Percussion Instruments
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring Drums and Percussion Instruments
- Lesson 2: Simple Drum Patterns
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple Drum Patterns
Section 4: Fun with Body Percussion
- Lesson 1: Making Music with Your Body
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Making Music with Your Body
- Lesson 2: Group Clapping and Rhythm Games
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Group Clapping and Rhythm Games
Section 5: Simple Rhythms and Patterns
- Lesson 1: Creating Your Own Rhythm Patterns
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating Your Own Rhythm Patterns
- Lesson 2: Rhythm Games to Sharpen Your Ears
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Rhythm Games to Sharpen Your Ears
Module 3: Exploring Instruments and Sounds
Section 1: Guitars and Their Sounds
- Lesson 1: Introduction to the Electric Guitar
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to the Electric Guitar
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Acoustic Guitar Tones
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Recognizing Acoustic Guitar Tones
Section 2: Keyboards and Pianos in Pop Music
- Lesson 1: Exploring the Keyboard and Piano Sounds
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Exploring the Keyboard and Piano Sounds
- Lesson 2: Simple Melodies on the Keys
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Melodies on the Keys
Section 3: Drums and Percussion Instruments
- Lesson 1: A Closer Look at Drum Kits
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: A Closer Look at Drum Kits
- Lesson 2: The Role of Drums in a Band
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Role of Drums in a Band
Section 4: The Bass – The Heartbeat of Music
- Lesson 1: Introduction to the Bass Guitar
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to the Bass Guitar
- Lesson 2: Understanding Bass Lines
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding Bass Lines
Section 5: Combining Instrument Sounds
- Lesson 1: How Instruments Work Together
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: How Instruments Work Together
- Lesson 2: Listening to a Band in Action
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Listening to a Band in Action
Module 4: Creative Songwriting and Expression
Section 1: Writing Your Own Lyrics
- Lesson 1: Finding Your Voice in Words
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Finding Your Voice in Words
- Lesson 2: Simple Rhyming and Creating Verses
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple Rhyming and Creating Verses
Section 2: Creating Melodies and Chords
- Lesson 1: How to Create a Simple Melody
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: How to Create a Simple Melody
- Lesson 2: Learning Basic Chord Progressions
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning Basic Chord Progressions
Section 3: Storytelling Through Song
- Lesson 1: Turning Experiences into Lyrics
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Turning Experiences into Lyrics
- Lesson 2: Using Music to Tell a Story
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Music to Tell a Story
Section 4: Expressing Emotions in Music
- Lesson 1: How Music Shows Feelings
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: How Music Shows Feelings
- Lesson 2: Creating Songs with Different Moods
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating Songs with Different Moods
Section 5: Collaborative Song Projects
- Lesson 1: Working with Friends on a Song
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Working with Friends on a Song
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Your Creations
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Your Creations
Module 5: Performance and Sharing Your Music
Section 1: Stage Presence and Performance Tips
- Lesson 1: How to Stand Out on Stage
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: How to Stand Out on Stage
- Lesson 2: Simple Movement and Gesture Techniques
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple Movement and Gesture Techniques
Section 2: Rehearsing as a Group
- Lesson 1: Basics of Band Rehearsals
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basics of Band Rehearsals
- Lesson 2: Listening and Learning from Each Other
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Listening and Learning from Each Other
Section 3: Recording and Listening Critically
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Simple Recording Techniques
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Simple Recording Techniques
- Lesson 2: Evaluating Your Performance Together
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Evaluating Your Performance Together
Section 4: Creative Projects in Music
- Lesson 1: Designing a Personal Music Project
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Designing a Personal Music Project
- Lesson 2: Sharing Your Project with the Class
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sharing Your Project with the Class
Section 5: Celebrating Your Musical Journey
- Lesson 1: Reflecting on What You’ve Learned
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reflecting on What You’ve Learned
- Lesson 2: A Class Performance and Celebration
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: A Class Performance and Celebration