Greetings, Earthling educators! Your pBuzz commander, Susie Riddell, is here to give you a satellite view of another pBuzz Primary Resources topic. Prepare for a journey through the stars with the Space Mission topic, which gives kids an out-of-this-world experience with tempo.
These videos accompany the free pBuzz Primary Resources. These resources are a scheme of work that covers the entire National Curriculum for Music at Key Stage 1 in England and Wales. There are backing tracks, sheet music, lesson plans, and much, much more...which means that there's something for educators and even parents from all around the world to enjoy!
A scheme of work that covers the entire National Curriculum for Music at Key Stage 1
Grab your planning documents, and let's chart a course for musical discovery!
The Pulse of the Cosmos: What Is Tempo?
Our musical odyssey revolves around tempo, the heartbeat of music. Now, we're venturing further, introducing sudden and gradual tempo changes. Get ready to explore 'ralentando' (gradual slowing down) and 'accelerando' (gradual speeding up)!
Lesson Highlights: From Slow Spacewalks to Shooting Stars
1. Spacewalk Movements: Begin with tempo exploration through movement. As the iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey theme plays, have pupils mimic slow astronaut movements. This activity helps them internalise the slowness of the music.
2. Shooting Stars Tune: Next, tackle the verse of Shooting Stars on the pBuzz. Begin at a leisurely pace and gradually increase speed. Provide a safety net for those struggling with the full-speed version, allowing them to set their tempo.
3. Space Sound Improvisation: Here's where creativity takes off. Challenge pupils to replicate computer-generated space sounds using only their voices. Offer examples like beeps and otherworldly warbles to ignite their imagination.
4. Crafting Blast Off: This lesson focuses on creating a piece with both accelerando and ralentando. Regular check-ins are crucial to ensure these elements are included and practised.
5. Consolidation Challenge: The final test is playing Shooting Stars along with the backing track. If turbulence hits, no worries! You can always circle back to the guide track.
A Musical Universe Awaits
You're now equipped to navigate the space-themed tempo topic. Remember, it's about the journey, not just the destination. Let your class's creativity soar to interstellar heights!
- Watch the Space Mission video for detailed guidance.
- Visit the pBuzz Primary Resources Page for all your mission essentials.
- pBuzz has been used by primary teachers across Wales. Find out how they celebrated a year of pBuzz learning in Swansea in this article.
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