Lesson 2: Pitch Accuracy and Listening in Ensemble Singing
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will match pitch accurately while singing individually and in a small group.
How do I know if I am singing the correct pitch?
How can listening to others help me stay in tune?
Pitch
Harmony
Blend
Unison
MU:Pr4.1.6a – Sing in tune alone and with others
MU:Cr2.1.6a – Experiment with pitch to improve musical accuracy
Purpose: Develop the ability to sing accurately and adjust based on what others are singing.
Description: Students practice call-and-response exercises and short harmonies, focusing on pitch matching. They sing in small groups and adjust based on ensemble sound.
DOK Level: 3 – Strategic Thinking (adjusting pitch while listening to others)
Pair stronger singers with students needing support.
Visual aids (keyboard, hand signs, solfege) to reinforce pitch.
Slow the tempo for students struggling with pitch accuracy.
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Teacher checks pitch accuracy during small group and whole-class singing.
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Peer feedback on whether students are matching pitch and blending.