Cultural and Creative Arts Lesson Note

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Topic: Definition of Music

Class: Primary 6 / Basic 6

Term: Second Term

Week: Week 10

Instructional Materials

1. Charts or flashcards with definitions of music and noise.
2. Audio samples of music and noise.
3. Pictures of musical instruments.
4. Recorded sounds from various sources (e.g., nature, machines).

Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with various sounds in their environment and can differentiate between pleasant and unpleasant sounds.

Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of music and noise.
2. Identify sources of music.
3. Differentiate between music and noise.

Keywords

• Music: Pleasant and organized sounds.
• Noise: Unpleasant and disorganized sounds.
• Source: The origin of a sound.
• Harmony: A combination of sounds that is pleasing.
• Disturbance: Unwanted or unpleasant sound.

Set Induction

The teacher plays two sound clips: one of soothing music and another of loud noise (e.g., traffic). The teacher asks:

• “How do these sounds make you feel?”
• “Which one would you prefer to hear all day?”
  The teacher then introduces the topic, focusing on the difference between music and noise.

Entry Behavior

Pupils are familiar with the concept of sounds and can identify basic musical instruments.

Learning Resources and Materials

1. Audio clips of music and noise.
2. Charts showing examples of musical instruments.
3. Pictures of sound sources.

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher asks pupils to mention common sounds they hear at home, school, or on the road. Pupils share their thoughts, and the teacher uses their answers to transition into the topic.

Embedded Core Skills

• Listening Skills: Distinguishing between different sounds.
• Observation Skills: Identifying sources of sounds.
• Critical Thinking: Comparing and contrasting music and noise.

Reference Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work.
• Approved Cultural and Creative Arts textbooks.
• Audio resources from the internet or educational platforms.

Content

Definition of Music

Music is the arrangement of sounds that are pleasant to the ear. It is usually created by combining rhythm, melody, and harmony using musical instruments or voices.

Definition of Noise

Noise is any sound that is unpleasant, disorganized, and disturbing to the ear. It often causes discomfort and is not enjoyable to listen to.

Sources of Music

1. Human Voice: Singing, humming.
2. Musical Instruments: Piano, guitar, drums.
3. Nature: Birds singing, flowing water.
4. Technology: Recorded songs, radios.

Differences Between Music and Noise

Examples of Music and Noise

Music Examples:

1. A song sung by a choir.
2. The sound of a piano being played.
3. Bird songs early in the morning.

Noise Examples:

1. Honking cars in traffic.
2. Loud shouting in a marketplace.
3. Hammering on metal.

Evaluation Questions

Part A: Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is music?
   a) A collection of random sounds
   b) Organized and pleasant sounds
   c) A type of noise
   d) Any loud sound
   Answer: b) Organized and pleasant sounds
2. Which of these is a source of music?
   a) Traffic horns
   b) Human voice
   c) Noise from machines
   d) Crying babies
   Answer: b) Human voice
3. Noise is often ______ to the ear.
   a) Pleasant
   b) Unpleasant
   c) Harmonious
   d) Melodious
   Answer: b) Unpleasant
4. Which of these is an example of noise?
   a) A flowing river
   b) A symphony orchestra
   c) Honking cars
   d) Bird songs
   Answer: c) Honking cars

(Include 6 more multiple-choice questions.)

Part B: Fill-in-the-Gap Questions

1. ______ is the arrangement of pleasant sounds.
   Answer: Music
2. Noise is a type of sound that is ______ and disturbing.
   Answer: Unpleasant
3. The sound of a bird singing is an example of ______.
   Answer: Music

(Include 7 more fill-in-the-blank questions.)

Class Activity

1. Pupils listen to sound clips and categorize them as music or noise.
2. Pupils identify and list sources of music in their surroundings.
3. Pupils create simple music using their voices or objects like desks and pencils.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Define music and noise with clear examples.
2. Play sound clips to illustrate the difference between music and noise.
3. Guide pupils in identifying sources of music around them.

Learners’ Activities

1. Participate in discussions on music and noise.
2. Identify and describe sources of music and noise.
3. Practice distinguishing between music and noise through activities.

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the lesson by summarizing the definitions of music and noise, sources of music, and their differences. Pupils provide examples of music and noise, and the teacher gives feedback on their answers.

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