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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK NINE

Class: Junior Secondary School 2

Age: 13 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS (CCA)

Topic: MUSICAL STYLES

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

I.) Identify characteristics and musical styles associated with African music

II.)  Identify prominent African musical styles

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 describes the characteristics and musical styles that are commonly associated with African music

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and explain the most prominent African musical styles.

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

MUSICAL STYLES

Africa is a vast continent with diverse musical traditions that vary greatly from region to region. However, there are some overarching characteristics and musical styles that are commonly associated with African music:

  1. Rhythm and Percussion: African music is known for its complex rhythmic patterns and use of percussion instruments. Drumming is a central element of many African musical traditions, with various types of drums such as djembe, talking drum, and dunun being widely used.
  2. Vocal Music: Singing is another important aspect of African music, with vocal styles ranging from solo and group singing to chanting and vocal improvisation. Many African cultures have rich vocal traditions, often characterized by powerful melodies, elaborate vocal ornamentation, and expressive storytelling.
  3. Melodic Instruments: In addition to percussion and vocals, African music also features a wide variety of melodic instruments. These include string instruments like the kora (harp-lute), mbira (thumb piano), and ngoni (plucked lute), as well as wind instruments like the flute, trumpet, and various types of horns.
  4. Dance: Dance is closely intertwined with African music, with many traditional musical performances accompanied by dance movements. Dance serves as a form of expression, social interaction, and cultural identity, often incorporating rhythmic footwork, body movements, and gestures.

Prominent African musical styles

Some prominent African musical styles and genres include:

  1. Afrobeat: A genre that originated in Nigeria in the 1960s, characterized by a fusion of traditional African rhythms with elements of jazz, funk, and highlife music.
  2. Mbalax: A popular music genre from Senegal, known for its energetic percussion, danceable rhythms, and socially conscious lyrics.
  3. Highlife: A genre that originated in Ghana and Nigeria in the early 20th century, characterized by its upbeat tempo, melodic guitar lines, and horn sections.
  4. Juju: A Nigerian music genre that combines traditional Yoruba music with elements of Western pop and jazz, featuring complex rhythms and call-and-response vocals.

EVALUATION: 1. Mention 4 characteristics and musical styles that are commonly associated with African music

  1. Identify 4 prominent African musical styles you know

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positive