Music from Around the World
WALT: Explore music from different cultures Success Criteria: Name a song from another culture Demonstrate appreciation of diverse musical sounds
What is Music?
Music is sounds that make us feel happy, sad, excited, or calm Music can tell stories Every country has its own special music Let's explore different sounds from around the world!
Australia - Aboriginal Music
Didgeridoo makes deep, buzzing sounds Clapsticks keep the beat Songs tell stories about animals and land Music has been played for thousands of years
Let's Make Aboriginal Sounds!
Use your voice to make didgeridoo sounds Clap like clapsticks - tap tap tap Move like kangaroos hopping Listen to the rhythm and copy it
Africa - Drumming Music
Djembe drums make loud, exciting beats People dance and sing together Drums can 'talk' to each other Music brings the community together
African Drum Circle
Sit in a circle like African drummers Pat your knees to make drum sounds Follow the leader's rhythm Take turns being the drum leader
Asia - Gentle Melodies
Bamboo flutes make soft, peaceful sounds Gongs ring like big bells Music often sounds calm and flowing Some songs are very old and special
Music Connects Us All
Every culture has beautiful music Music helps us understand each other We can enjoy music from anywhere in the world Today we learned about Australian, African, and Asian music!