Reveiw with students the chords of each of the five or six songs. Help students simplify any chords that are too complex for them. Have students write final copies of their lead sheets, including an indication of the chosen style, as well as the title, composer, lyricist, and copyright information. With the class singing, have each student perform his or her accompaniment and explain whether the purpose was to preserve or to change the original song. Indicators of Success Students create arrangements that either preserve or reinterpret the song.
Students accurately perform the new accompaniment and explain how it is appropriate.
The National Association for Music Education to develop this series of lessons. National Standards for Music Education Singing, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music. Performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music. Improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments. Composing and arranging music within specified guidelines.