Children clap out phrases, and explore where breath should be taken. This is extended by adding signals to show children where to breathe in a longer song that they know. A useful skill to improve childrens' singing ability. They begin by watching a conductor, noticing the different signals he uses. They then sing while the teacher is the conductor, developing skills in singing together and following signals.
Children also have the opportunity to use the signals themselves and practise conducting a choir.
A fun lesson where children begin by singing a variety of action songs, co-ordinating movements and singing. Children will be able to sing with a sense of awareness of pulse, and control rhythm. The lesson concludes with clapping games that extend childrens knowledge of rhythm. A very active lesson that helps children to develop an understanding of pitch through matching high and low movements. Children then compose a 2-note tune using lion and kitten pictures as cues for high or low notes.