Dynamics: Loud and Soft
Students explore how to make music loud (forte) and soft (piano) and how dynamics affect expression.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between loud and soft sounds in music.
- Explain how changing dynamics can alter the feeling of a song.
- Construct a short musical phrase that uses both loud and soft sections.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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