Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING rhythm; recognise how it is heard, played and written so that we can create/play our own
    • We are EXPLORING harmony; it's importance to music and how we can demonstrate it using instruments

    I am a learner with innovation skills that will enable me to navigate the 21st century:

    • Emerging:
      • I think creativity to solve challenges
      • I demonstrate the skills to work collaboratively with others
      • I have oral, written and non-verbal communication skills
    • Growing:
      • I work creativity with others to solve challenges
      • When working collaboratively, I exercise flexibility and willingness to compromise to achieve a common goal
      • I am a clear communicator; oral, written and nonverbal

    MHJC Great Learner Learning to Learn / Ako: Learning and Thinking Strategy

    Alex and Brooklyn Thinking


    Paearu Angitu (Success Criteria): I can/have...

    • Identify & play back more complex rhythms (combinations of 1/8th and 16th, dotted rhythms)
    • Play at least six different chords on a fretboard instrument
    • Practiced a song on the ukulele or guitar

    Hei Mahi (Activities):

    1. Rhythm spreadsheet and rhythm tree
    2. Full class rhythm playing - introduction to note durations that are more difficult to count & play
    3. Fretboard practice - learning new chords/songs on a fretboard