Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes · Music Theory

Patterns in Percussion

Understanding beat and tempo through rhythmic notation and group performance.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does changing the tempo affect the energy of a song?
  2. 2What is the difference between a steady beat and a rhythm?
  3. 3How can we use body percussion to mimic natural sounds?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9AMU4E01AC9AMU4D01
Year: Year 3
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes
Period: Music Theory

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