Lesson 3: Melody and Dynamics
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will recognize melodic movement and dynamic contrast in music.
How do melodies move in music?
How do dynamics influence musical expression?
Melody, pitch, dynamics, contrast
MU:Pr4.2.8a
Demonstrate understanding of the structure and context of varied musical works in preparing for performance.
MU:Re9.1.8a
Apply appropriate criteria to evaluate musical works and performances.
Students explore melodic direction and dynamic contrast through listening and performance activities.
Students may still confuse pitch with volume.
Use visual pitch examples.
Allow singing or instrument demonstrations.
Students identify melodic direction and dynamic changes in a musical example.