To explore chords
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- In this lesson, we will use our vocal chords with a fun warm-up. Then we will explore everything about chords and harmony. Lastly, we will learn how to form a triad using our voice, and apply our knowledge to create a chordal accompaniment to the song 'Sunrise'.
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5 Questions
Q1.
What is pitch?
How fast or slow a sound is
How loud or quiet a sound is
Q2.
How could you describe what happened to the melody in our warm-up '12345'?
Each time, the sequence reached a lower pitch
The melody stayed at the same pitch throughout
Q3.
Where was the song Bele Mama from?
Nigeria
U.K.
Q4.
What is a canon?
A heavy piece of artillery used to fire cannon balls
A tune
Q5.
What were you asked to complete as a challenge?
Perform a solo singing concert for your family
Sing one of the songs from today without opening your mouth
5 Questions
Q1.
What happened to the pitch of the melody in our warm up?
In each sequence, a higher pitch was added
The pitch didn’t change at all
Q2.
What is harmony?
a single note sounding at once
the name of a T.V. character
Q3.
What is a chord?
A single note or sound
A string of notes to form a melody
Q4.
Can a djembe drum play a chord?
Yes
Q5.
How many notes make up a triad?
1
2