Rhythm and Resonance: Music Appreciation and Theory · Music Theory

Melodic Contours and Notation

Learning to read and write simple melodies using standard and non-traditional notation systems.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we visualize the rise and fall of a melody on paper?
  2. 2What makes a melody memorable or catchy to the listener?
  3. 3How do composers use high and low pitches to tell a story?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9AMU4D01AC9AMU4C01
Year: Year 4
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Rhythm and Resonance: Music Appreciation and Theory
Period: Music Theory

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