In this workshop, we focused on creating soundscapes. In groups of 3 or 4,we came up with an idea or theme and create a sequence of events that can be represented in a soundscape.
We drew them on a piece of paper, and then used the various pitch and untuned instruments to pair up with the story.
Our group came up with a day at the circus. We made use of the metallaphone to represent an acrobat ascending and descending from a tightrope and the drums to signify a round of applause.
As an introduction to this main activity, we tried to link music with literacy. We read The Billy Goats Gruff and used instruments to add to the character. We learned to match the character with the tone and pitch of the instrument.
I think it’s an excellent way to link music with literacy! It would be a very fun lesson for my students in the future! I can foresee myself doing an activity like this!