Lesson 3: Music and Community
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will explain how music functions in communities and cultural traditions.
Where do we hear music in daily life?
Why is music important in communities?
Community, celebration, tradition
MU:Cn11.0.8a
Demonstrate understanding of relationships between music and the other arts, other disciplines, varied contexts, and daily life.
MU:Re7.2.8a
Compare the context of music within a variety of genres, cultures, and historical periods.
Students discuss how music is used in cultural traditions, celebrations, and community events.
Students may think music only serves entertainment purposes.
Encourage students to share personal examples.
Provide examples from multiple cultures.
Students explain one way music is used in a community or cultural setting.