Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 2 - Cultural and Creative Arts - Singing And Recorder Playing

### Lesson Plan: Singing and Recorder Playing **Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts **Grade Level:** Junior Secondary 2 **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** Singing and Recorder Playing #### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the fundamental techniques of singing. 2. Recognize the basic components and playing techniques of the recorder. 3. Perform a simple song, both vocally and on the recorder. 4. Develop an appreciation for music as a form of cultural expression. #### Materials: - Classroom board and markers - Printed lyrics and sheet music for a simple song (e.g., “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”) - Recorders (one per student) - Music stands (optional) - Audio equipment (optional) #### Lesson Outline: **Warm-Up (10 minutes)** 1. **Introduction to the Lesson** - Briefly explain the objectives of the lesson. - Highlight the importance of singing and recorder playing in cultural and creative arts. 2. **Vocal Warm-Ups** - Lead the students in simple vocal warm-up exercises to prepare their voices for singing. Examples can include humming, scales, and lip trills. **Singing (15 minutes)** 1. **Basic Singing Techniques** - Teach students about proper posture, breathing techniques, and vowel articulation. - Demonstrate each technique and have students practice them. 2. **Learning the Song** - Distribute the lyrics and sheet music for a simple song. - Go through the song line by line, teaching students the melody and rhythm. - Sing the song together as a class a few times. **Recorder Playing (25 minutes)** 1. **Introduction to the Recorder** - Show the parts of the recorder (mouthpiece, body, and foot joint). - Explain how to hold the recorder properly. - Teach the basic fingering for the notes B, A, and G. 2. **Breathing and Blowing Techniques** - Demonstrate correct breathing techniques and how to produce a clear sound by blowing gently into the recorder. 3. **Practicing Notes** - Have students practice playing the notes B, A, and G. - Correct their finger positions and blowing technique as needed. 4. **Playing the Song on the Recorder** - Slowly go through the song, showing how to play each note on the recorder. - Practice playing the song together as a class. **Integration (5 minutes)** 1. **Combining Singing and Recorder Playing** - If time permits, try a round where half the class sings while the other half plays the recorder, and then switch. **Closure (5 minutes)** 1. **Review and Reflection** - Summarize the key points learned in the lesson. - Ask students to reflect on their experience and share what they enjoyed most. - Encourage students to practice both singing and recorder playing at home. **Assessment:** - Informal observation of students' participation and technique during singing and recorder playing. - Quick individual checks to ensure students can play at least one note correctly on the recorder and can sing part of the song. #### Extension Activities: - Homework: Ask students to practice the song at home, both singing it and playing it on the recorder. - Future Lessons: Plan to introduce more complex songs and techniques in subsequent lessons, gradually building the students' confidence and skill. --- This lesson plan provides a structured yet flexible approach to teaching singing and recorder playing, helping students learn both the technical and expressive aspects of these musical activities.