Lesson 3: Expanding Note Reading, Rhythm & Musical Expression
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will read and perform expanded note patterns and rhythms while incorporating basic musical expression such as dynamics.
How do rhythm and note reading affect musical accuracy?
What do dynamics add to a performance?
How can I play more expressively?
Dynamics (p, f)
Rhythm patterns
Note reading
Measure
Beat
Expression
Performing: Interpret and perform music with accuracy and expression
Reading/Notation: Demonstrate understanding of musical symbols
Responding: Interpret expressive elements
Students extend their note-reading skills with slightly more complex rhythms and introduce basic dynamics. The focus shifts from simply playing correctly to playing musically, encouraging expressive performance.
Simplified rhythm patterns for support
Clapping/counting before playing
Advanced students: introduce slurs or articulation
Small group practice for targeted support
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Playing quiz (notes, rhythm, dynamics)
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Exit ticket: identify symbols and meanings
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Group performance evaluation with rubric