Class: Primary 6
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 3
Age: 12 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Cultural & Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: PERFORMING ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Sub-Theme: Music
Topic: Choral Singing/Melody – making choir
Content:
- Meaning of choir
- Parts of a choir
- Types of singing
- Melodic parts in a four-part singing
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive Domain:
- Define choir
- List the parts of a choir
- List & explain the 4 types of singing.
- Affective Domain:
- identify the melody in singing.
- Psychomotor Domain:
- practice and perform a choral piece
- Practice singing in different choir parts.
- Social Domain:
- practice and perform (a) solo song; (b) duet; etc.
- Develop teamwork and cooperation in group singing.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- [List relevant textbook]
Instructional Materials:
- Piano or keyboard
- Audio recordings of choral music
- Music sheets
- Whiteboard and markers
Rationale for the Lesson:
Choral singing fosters a sense of community, enhances musical skills, and contributes to cultural awareness and appreciation.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Basic understanding of singing and familiarity with simple songs.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Interactive Lecture | Question & Answer | Introduce the concept of choir and ask pupils about their experience with singing. | Pupils share their experiences. | Engage pupils in the topic. |
| Choir Definition | 5 mins | Explanation | Lecture | Explain the meaning of a choir. | Pupils listen and ask questions. | Understand what a choir is. |
| Choir Parts | 10 mins | Demonstration | Group Activity | Demonstrate the different choir parts using audio examples. | Pupils listen to examples and identify parts. | Learn about choir parts. |
| Types of Singing | 5 mins | Discussion | Inquiry-based Learning | Discuss different types of singing and give examples. | Pupils participate in discussion. | Differentiate types of singing. |
| Four-part Singing | 10 mins | Practical | Group Singing | Divide pupils into groups and practice four-part singing. | Pupils sing in their respective parts. | Practice singing in harmony. |
| Note Taking | 3 mins | Guided Writing | Lecture & Summarization | Guide pupils to take notes on key concepts. | Pupils write down notes. | Reinforce learning points. |
| Evaluation | 2 mins | Question and Answer | Assessment | Ask questions to evaluate understanding. | Pupils answer questions. | Assess knowledge. |
Classroom Note:
Meaning of Choir
A choir is a group of people who sing together, often in different voice parts like soprano, alto, tenor, and bass.
Parts of a Choir
- Treble/Soprano: High-pitched female or children’s voices.
- Alto: Lower female voices.
- Tenor: Higher male voices.
- Bass: Lower male voices.
Types of Singing
- Solo: One person singing.
- Duet: Two people singing together.
- Trio: Three people singing together.
- Quartet: Four people singing together.
Melodic Parts in Four-Part Singing
In four-part singing, harmony is created through the combination of different voice parts. Each part has its melody that complements the others.
Evaluation:
- What is a choir?
- Name the four parts of a choir.
- Give two examples of types of singing.
Lesson Vocabulary:
- Choir: A group of people singing together.
- Soprano: The highest female singing voice.
- Alto: A lower female singing voice.
- Tenor: A higher male singing voice.
- Bass: The lowest male singing voice.
Note to Teachers:
Adapt this lesson to suit the musical experience of your pupils and available resources. Encourage participation and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils.
