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TERM: 2ND 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: EARLY FORMS OF MUSIC

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

I.) Identify the early forms of music

II.)  Explain the forms of music

III.) Describe indigenous music

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 highlights and explain the the early forms of music

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explain the meaning of the concept, indigenous music.

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

EARLY FORMS OF MUSIC

Early forms of music refer to the music of ancient civilizations and cultures before the development of written notation and recorded sound. While our knowledge of early music is limited due to the lack of written records and the perishable nature of ancient musical instruments, archaeological findings, historical accounts, and cultural artifacts provide insights into the early forms of music. Below are some examples of early music:

  1. Ancient Mesopotamian Music: Music was an integral part of ancient Mesopotamian civilization, with evidence of musical instruments such as lyres, harps, and drums dating back to around 3000 BCE. The Sumerians and Babylonians left behind hymns, songs, and musical texts written in cuneiform script.
  2. Ancient Egyptian Music: Music played a significant role in ancient Egyptian society, with depictions of musicians and musical instruments found in tomb paintings and temple reliefs. Instruments like harps, flutes, and percussion were used in religious ceremonies, entertainment, and rituals.
  3. Ancient Greek Music: Music was highly valued in ancient Greek culture, with music playing a central role in religious ceremonies, festivals, and theatrical performances. The Greeks developed a sophisticated system of musical notation and theory, and prominent philosophers like Pythagoras explored the mathematical and harmonic principles of music.
  4. Ancient Indian Music: Indian classical music has ancient roots dating back thousands of years, with the Vedas, ancient Hindu scriptures, containing hymns and chants that form the basis of Indian musical traditions. The Indian subcontinent has a rich variety of musical instruments and vocal styles, including the sitar, tabla, and classical raga compositions.
  5. Ancient Chinese Music: Music was an essential part of ancient Chinese culture, with a long history of musical development documented in ancient texts such as the "Book of Songs" (Shijing). Ancient Chinese musical instruments include the guqin (zither), pipa (lute), and various types of flutes and percussion instruments.

Indigenous Music

 Indigenous cultures around the world have their own unique musical traditions passed down orally through generations. These traditions include ceremonial songs, chants, and dances performed for spiritual, social, and cultural purposes. Examples include Native American powwow music, African tribal music, and Aboriginal Australian music.

EVALUATION: 1. Identify and describe 4 forms of early music

  1. What are indigenous music?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positive