Unit 2: Elements of Music
Duration of Days: 180
The basic elements of music (rhythm, melody, tempo, dynamics, timbre, and form).
How these elements are used in different pieces of music.
Listen to music and identify elements of music.
Practice rhythms and simple melodies.
Discuss how elements of music change the sound of a piece.
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Students identify elements of music in listening examples.
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Students perform simple rhythms or melodies using classroom instruments or body percussion.
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Elements of Music | 180 |
| 2 | Rhythm and Tempo | 180 |
| 3 | Melody and Dynamics | 180 |