Cultural and Creative Arts - Junior Secondary 2 - Origin of music

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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK EIGHT

Class: Junior Secondary School 2

Age: 13 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS (CCA)

Topic: ORIGIN OF MUSIC

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Discuss the origin of music

II.)  Define sounds

III.) Identify the characteristics of sound

IV.) Differentiate rhythm and intervals

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher discusses a brief history of music.

Teacher explains the meaning of the concept of sound

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses the characteristics of sound and explain the differences between rhythm and intervals

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

ORIGIN OF MUSIC

The origin of music is deeply rooted in human history and culture. It likely began as a form of communication and expression, emerging with early human societies. Initially, music may have been simple vocalizations or rhythmic patterns created with natural objects like sticks or stones. Over time, as civilizations developed, music evolved into more structured forms, incorporating instruments, notation systems, and complex compositions.

Sound

Sound refers to the vibration that travels through a medium, such as air, water, or solids. These vibrations are perceived by the auditory system and interpreted by the brain as meaningful information. Sound carries energy and can evoke emotional responses, convey information, or create artistic expression.

Characteristics of sound

The characteristics of sound include:

  1. Pitch: The perceived frequency of a sound wave, which determines how high or low a tone sounds.
  2. Amplitude: The intensity or loudness of a sound wave, often perceived as volume.
  3. Timbre: The quality or tone color of a sound, which allows us to distinguish between different instruments or voices.
  4. Duration: The length of time a sound persists, ranging from short percussive sounds to sustained notes or tones.

Rhythms and intervals

Rhythm refers to the pattern of beats or pulses in music, creating a sense of movement, structure, and groove. It's the arrangement of sounds and silences in a musical piece, often organized into regular patterns or meters.

Intervals are the distance between two pitches. They define the relationship between notes, determining melodies, harmonies, and chord progressions. Intervals are measured in terms of steps, such as whole steps or half steps, and their specific distance in frequency.

EVALUATION: 1. Discuss briefly the history of music

  1. Mention 4 characteristics of sound
  2. Differentiate between rhythm and intervals

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively