Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes · Music Theory
Rhythmic Patterns and Syncopation
Students analyze complex meters and practice syncopated rhythms using percussion instruments and body percussion.
Key Questions
- 1How does an unexpected accent in a rhythm change the feel of a song?
- 2What is the relationship between mathematical patterns and musical beats?
- 3How does rhythm dictate the physical movement of a listener?
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
ON: Music - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes
Period: Music Theory
Suggested Methodologies
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