Students will learn a simple song which will illustrate these three elements separately and bring them together in a final form. Through the use of a simple song, students will identify rhythm, melody and harmony in music. Charts with definitions of rhythm, melody, harmony and chart with words to the music. Cookies may be provided. Discuss what occurred, pros and cons.
Discussion leads to introduction of rhythm in music.
Define and show examples. Discuss what other elements of music are needed to create interesting music. Guide discussion toward concept of melody. Class will learn this melody. After learning rhythm and melody, guide the discussion towards what makes music unique and special.