Instrumental Ensemble
Encourages playing in a small group to build musical cooperation.
Description : Toddlers work together to create simple ensemble pieces using a variety of basic instruments, learning teamwork and the joy of collaborative music-making.
Category : Music
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Beginning Our Musical Adventure
Section 1: Meet the Instruments
- Lesson 1: Hello, Instruments!
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Hello, Instruments!
- Lesson 2: Playing Sounds Together
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Playing Sounds Together
Section 2: Rhythm and Beat Basics
- Lesson 1: Clap Along!
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Clap Along!
- Lesson 2: Tap the Drum
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Tap the Drum
Section 3: Simple Song Sing-Along
- Lesson 1: Singing a Simple Song
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Singing a Simple Song
- Lesson 2: Playing Along with Melody
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Playing Along with Melody
Section 4: Exploring Percussion Instruments
- Lesson 1: Shake, Tap, and Bang
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Shake, Tap, and Bang
- Lesson 2: Making Beat Patterns
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Making Beat Patterns
Section 5: Hands-on Instrument Fun
- Lesson 1: Experimenting with Sounds
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Experimenting with Sounds
- Lesson 2: Creating a Mini Ensemble
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Creating a Mini Ensemble
Module 2: Learning to Listen and Play
Section 1: Listening to Ensemble Music
- Lesson 1: Hearing the Beat
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Hearing the Beat
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Instruments
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Recognizing Instruments
Section 2: Playing Together
- Lesson 1: Group Clapping
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Group Clapping
- Lesson 2: Simple Rhythm Games
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Simple Rhythm Games
Section 3: Movement with Music
- Lesson 1: Dancing with the Beat
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Dancing with the Beat
- Lesson 2: Rhythm and Steps
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Rhythm and Steps
Section 4: Building Musical Sequences
- Lesson 1: Order of Sounds
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Order of Sounds
- Lesson 2: Simple Call and Response
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Simple Call and Response
Section 5: Making Music at Home
- Lesson 1: Creative Sound Making
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Creative Sound Making
- Lesson 2: Family Music Time
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Family Music Time
Module 3: Exploring Vocal and Instrumental Harmony
Section 1: Blending Voices and Instruments
- Lesson 1: Singing and Drumming
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Singing and Drumming
- Lesson 2: Sharing the Melody
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Sharing the Melody
Section 2: Playing with Dynamics
- Lesson 1: Loud and Soft Sounds
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Loud and Soft Sounds
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions in Music
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Expressing Emotions in Music
Section 3: Timing and Coordination
- Lesson 1: Listening to the Beat Together
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Listening to the Beat Together
- Lesson 2: Simple Ensemble Timing
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Simple Ensemble Timing
Section 4: Introducing Simple Melodies
- Lesson 1: Learning a Short Tune
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Learning a Short Tune
- Lesson 2: Playing the Tune with Group
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Playing the Tune with Group
Section 5: Teamwork in Music
- Lesson 1: Working as a Group
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Working as a Group
- Lesson 2: Ensemble Collaboration
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Ensemble Collaboration
Module 4: Exploring Creative Soundmaking
Section 1: Improvisation for Beginners
- Lesson 1: Making Up Sounds
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Making Up Sounds
- Lesson 2: Exploring Sound Choices
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Exploring Sound Choices
Section 2: Sound Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Telling a Story with Music
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Telling a Story with Music
- Lesson 2: Using Instruments to Express Story
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Using Instruments to Express Story
Section 3: Creating a Soundscape
- Lesson 1: Layering Soft Sounds
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Layering Soft Sounds
- Lesson 2: Building a Simple Sound Environment
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Building a Simple Sound Environment
Section 4: Dynamics in Group Play
- Lesson 1: Playing Together Quietly
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Playing Together Quietly
- Lesson 2: Playing Together Loudly
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Playing Together Loudly
Section 5: Celebrating Our Music
- Lesson 1: Review of Our Sounds
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Review of Our Sounds
- Lesson 2: Mini Performance in Class
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Mini Performance in Class
Module 5: Performance and Expression
Section 1: Preparing for a Mini Concert
- Lesson 1: Choosing Our Favorite Instrument
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Choosing Our Favorite Instrument
- Lesson 2: Practicing as a Group
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Practicing as a Group
Section 2: Stage Presence Basics
- Lesson 1: Moving on Stage
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Moving on Stage
- Lesson 2: Confidence in Performance
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Confidence in Performance
Section 3: Expressive Musical Games
- Lesson 1: Fun with Instrumental Games
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Fun with Instrumental Games
- Lesson 2: Following the Leader with Music
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Following the Leader with Music
Section 4: Final Ensemble Practice
- Lesson 1: Rehearsing Together
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Rehearsing Together
- Lesson 2: Listening and Adjusting
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Listening and Adjusting
Section 5: Celebratory Performance
- Lesson 1: Group Performance
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Group Performance
- Lesson 2: Sharing the Joy of Music
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sharing the Joy of Music