Description
This resource is the second step which shows the progression from reading a series of rhythm patterns through shape on to reading the rhythm names of crotchets and quavers which are now added to the shapes. It is a fun and engaging way to teach children how to read and play through body percussion which then leads on to using claves or drumsticks for chair (or table) drumming activities.
This Music Resource Bundle includes: an 11 page Teaching Plan and PPT Resource
As a guide, this resource, delivered as part (20-25 mins)of a weekly music lesson, followed up with 2 x 10/15mins lessons during the week could take up to 6- 8 weeks to be ready for a performance in a class assembly or concert.
1.Teaching Guide
This Teaching Plan/ Guide has very detailed steps in how to teach ‘keeping a beat’ and playing simple rhythm patterns through reading the rhythm names of a crotchet (‘ta’) and quavers (‘te te’) which leads on to playing a series of rhythm patterns through Chair Drumming (or table drumming) to the well known track ‘The Wellerman’ (Sea Shanty). Also included is a link to video demonstrations of 2 Chair Drumming activities. The first demo shows the series of rhythm patterns all being tapped on the back of a chair. The second demo activity shows the next step, where the sticks are tapped on the back of a chair on ‘ta’ and the sticks are tapped together on ‘te te’. The activity has also been recorded as a Play Along. The teaching resource details all the steps to help prepare learners for a performance of their Chair Drumming with the Play Along supporting learners in following the rhythm patterns as each beat is highlighted.
2. The PowerPoint Resource: include all the PPT slides which are referred to in the Teaching Guide along with the ones used for the recorded Play Along. A super resource to have to help support learners in practising the series of rhythm patterns.
