Final project rubric
ms_christmas_songs.pdf | |
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Quick writes
ms_quarter_note_half_note_opinion.pdf | |
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leadbelly_racism_vs._crime.pdf | |
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Blues composition project
This project is to be done with a partner
1. Choose a key – use chord progression from “Hound Dog” or pg. F-14
2. Decide roles – between the two of you, there must be rhythm guitar, lead guitar, and singing
3. Insert lyrics – each line of lyrics begins at the start of one 4-measure phrase
4. Add guitar fills in spaces after lyrics
5. Play and record resulting song, revise
6. Record final product
This project is to be done with a partner
1. Choose a key – use chord progression from “Hound Dog” or pg. F-14
2. Decide roles – between the two of you, there must be rhythm guitar, lead guitar, and singing
3. Insert lyrics – each line of lyrics begins at the start of one 4-measure phrase
4. Add guitar fills in spaces after lyrics
5. Play and record resulting song, revise
6. Record final product
witness.pdf | |
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action_writer_-_pg._17.pdf | |
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Listening Journal
In Notability, open a new note and title it "Listening Journal". Then download the gonna_move pdf and open it in the Listening Journal note.
In Notability, open a new note and title it "Listening Journal". Then download the gonna_move pdf and open it in the Listening Journal note.
Mannish Boy
Download the following files and open in Notability. You can combine them into one document in Notability.
Download the following files and open in Notability. You can combine them into one document in Notability.
mannish_boy.pdf | |
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mannish_boy_read_for_meaning.pdf | |
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Horse With No Name
mystery-message-game.pdf | |
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The Different Types of Drums Used in South Africa
By Elizabeth Smith, eHow Contributor
Drumming has long been an integral part of South African music. Today, versions of traditional drums are still in use, both in traditional music and modern music. Throughout South Africa, the drum is used in ceremonies, customary events, rites of passage and religious gatherings. The drum provides the characteristic energy and rhythm of South African music.
Djembes
The djembe is an iconic drum in South Africa that has been used for centuries in tribal and popular music. Shaped like a chalice, with a wide top, a narrow center and a slightly smaller base, the djembe produces a variety of sounds depending on the placement of the strike. Most have wooden bodies and a skin top. Generally played with bare hands, the djembe is popular among young people and contemporary musicians--and lessons are available in most South African cities. Djembes are often attached to the musician with a fabric or leather strap that attaches to lacing on the drum body, and can also be played as a floor-mounted drum. Often, several djembes in varying sizes are employed in a single musical group to create a range of tones.
Hand Drums
In many types of South African music, small hand drums are used to supplement the beat and sound of a group. Many of the drums have been imported from other countries and cultures. The Zulu Dlamo is a small drum that uses thick wooden sticks to create a sound. The ken-keni comes from Ghana, and is made of a cylindrical wooden piece with laced and stretched cow skins on both ends. The dun-dun is a slightly larger instrument made from a steel drum covered with cow hide--its large, full sound creates the base line and is often used in combination with djembes.
Bass Drums
Bass drums are a key part of South African drumming music and are often used to establish and keep the beat of each song. In traditional music, South African bass drums do not necessarily resemble their Western counterparts that are used in marching and concert bands, but come in different designs. In Zulu drumming, for example, the bass drums are laid flat on the ground in front of the drummer; varying types of mallets are used to create different sounds. The height of the drum regulates the depth of the tone produced by the drum--the taller the drum, the more resonant space and the deeper the sound. If a drumming performance requires movement or dance by the drummers, leather straps are often attached to the drum to minimize the impact on the sound. Traditional bass drums are made from hand-carved wood and an animal-skin head.
By Elizabeth Smith, eHow Contributor
Drumming has long been an integral part of South African music. Today, versions of traditional drums are still in use, both in traditional music and modern music. Throughout South Africa, the drum is used in ceremonies, customary events, rites of passage and religious gatherings. The drum provides the characteristic energy and rhythm of South African music.
Djembes
The djembe is an iconic drum in South Africa that has been used for centuries in tribal and popular music. Shaped like a chalice, with a wide top, a narrow center and a slightly smaller base, the djembe produces a variety of sounds depending on the placement of the strike. Most have wooden bodies and a skin top. Generally played with bare hands, the djembe is popular among young people and contemporary musicians--and lessons are available in most South African cities. Djembes are often attached to the musician with a fabric or leather strap that attaches to lacing on the drum body, and can also be played as a floor-mounted drum. Often, several djembes in varying sizes are employed in a single musical group to create a range of tones.
Hand Drums
In many types of South African music, small hand drums are used to supplement the beat and sound of a group. Many of the drums have been imported from other countries and cultures. The Zulu Dlamo is a small drum that uses thick wooden sticks to create a sound. The ken-keni comes from Ghana, and is made of a cylindrical wooden piece with laced and stretched cow skins on both ends. The dun-dun is a slightly larger instrument made from a steel drum covered with cow hide--its large, full sound creates the base line and is often used in combination with djembes.
Bass Drums
Bass drums are a key part of South African drumming music and are often used to establish and keep the beat of each song. In traditional music, South African bass drums do not necessarily resemble their Western counterparts that are used in marching and concert bands, but come in different designs. In Zulu drumming, for example, the bass drums are laid flat on the ground in front of the drummer; varying types of mallets are used to create different sounds. The height of the drum regulates the depth of the tone produced by the drum--the taller the drum, the more resonant space and the deeper the sound. If a drumming performance requires movement or dance by the drummers, leather straps are often attached to the drum to minimize the impact on the sound. Traditional bass drums are made from hand-carved wood and an animal-skin head.
Rods and Cones
Download the following PDF file and open it in Notability. Listen to the piece and answer the questions. Send the completed form to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
Download the following PDF file and open it in Notability. Listen to the piece and answer the questions. Send the completed form to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
rods_and_cones.pdf | |
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Note Reading Exercise
First, download the treble clef file and open it in Notability. Use the eraser to change the clef into a letter.
Next, download the Note Reading Exercise file and import it into Notability. Write down the words spelled by the notes, and then send the completed document to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
First, download the treble clef file and open it in Notability. Use the eraser to change the clef into a letter.
Next, download the Note Reading Exercise file and import it into Notability. Write down the words spelled by the notes, and then send the completed document to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
treble_clef.note | |
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note_reading_exercise.pdf | |
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West African Highlife
Read the following article excerpts:
Kpanlogo rhythms originate in Ghana in West Africa and I have been taught many versions of this rhythm by many different teachers, all claiming theirs as the original. It is it appears, a popular rhythm with many variations and I have heard differing stories about it’s origins. One story suggests it was a rhythm, a drum and a dance derived to celebrate Independence. This from the Ghana Goods website.
Kpanlogo came in the wake of Ghana’s Independence, from the streets of Accra around 1962.
It was music played by the youth, shooting from the spirit of freedom that their new found independence had brought them. From the beginning it was not accepted by the elders of the community, the songs were ‘profane and the dance movements not decent.’ – Ghana Arts Centre.
Kpanlogo is a “neo traditional” social music and dancestyle of the Ga People of Ghana . It is said to be invented in 1963 by a man named Otoo Lincoln. The name Kpanlogo was that of a young girl in a Ananse folk tale. Its the rhythms and dance are a combination of Highlife(Pop music), Kolomashie (street processional music), Oge (a Liberian based music drum style) and Rock n Roll (i.e. the Twist). In 1964, the Kpanlogo was banned by the elders of the Arts council of Ghana becuase the dance was considered to [indecent] due to its hip movements.It was later redeemed after a public showing to the Arts Council.
Now read the article on pg. D-13 in the Purple Book.
After reading, answer each of the following questions using information taken from the texts:
1. What event in Ghana led to the creation of Kpanlogo music?
2. What aspects of Kpanlogo music led to it being rejected by the elders in the community?
Read the following article excerpts:
Kpanlogo rhythms originate in Ghana in West Africa and I have been taught many versions of this rhythm by many different teachers, all claiming theirs as the original. It is it appears, a popular rhythm with many variations and I have heard differing stories about it’s origins. One story suggests it was a rhythm, a drum and a dance derived to celebrate Independence. This from the Ghana Goods website.
Kpanlogo came in the wake of Ghana’s Independence, from the streets of Accra around 1962.
It was music played by the youth, shooting from the spirit of freedom that their new found independence had brought them. From the beginning it was not accepted by the elders of the community, the songs were ‘profane and the dance movements not decent.’ – Ghana Arts Centre.
Kpanlogo is a “neo traditional” social music and dancestyle of the Ga People of Ghana . It is said to be invented in 1963 by a man named Otoo Lincoln. The name Kpanlogo was that of a young girl in a Ananse folk tale. Its the rhythms and dance are a combination of Highlife(Pop music), Kolomashie (street processional music), Oge (a Liberian based music drum style) and Rock n Roll (i.e. the Twist). In 1964, the Kpanlogo was banned by the elders of the Arts council of Ghana becuase the dance was considered to [indecent] due to its hip movements.It was later redeemed after a public showing to the Arts Council.
Now read the article on pg. D-13 in the Purple Book.
After reading, answer each of the following questions using information taken from the texts:
1. What event in Ghana led to the creation of Kpanlogo music?
2. What aspects of Kpanlogo music led to it being rejected by the elders in the community?
Open this document in Notability. Listen to the two Highlife songs, and write down the African and Western elements that you hear in each.
7th_grade_lesson_d-12_highlife.pdf | |
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Open this document and import it into Notability. When it is complete email it to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
7th_grade_rhythm_test_1.pdf | |
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Open this document and import it into Notability. Fill it in using either handwriting or text boxes (please make it legible). When it is complete email it to Mr. Follum at [email protected]
7th_grade_c-2_hear_the_music_meet_the_people.pdf | |
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