Choral Singing Lesson for Primary 6 – Week 2
CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS LESSON PLAN
Primary 6 Second Term – Week 2
Topic: Choral Singing
Sub-Topic: Introduction to Choral Singing
Lesson Details
- Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
- Class: Primary 6
- Term: Second Term
- Week: 2
- Age: 10–11 years
- Topic: Choral Singing
- Sub-Topic: Evaluation, Classification, and Performance of Choral Singing
- Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Evaluate choral singing and its significance.
- Classify types of choral singing.
- Practice and perform a choral piece with correct pitch and harmony.
Keywords
- Choral singing
- Evaluate
- Classify
- Perform
- Harmony
Set Induction
The teacher plays an audio or video recording of a choir singing a familiar song. Pupils are asked to listen and share what they observed about the singing style.
Entry Behavior
Pupils have basic knowledge of singing as an individual activity and group activities such as clapping and reciting rhymes.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Audio or video recordings of choral singing
- Musical instruments (e.g., tambourine, keyboard)
- Song lyrics for practice
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher reminds pupils of their experience singing songs during assemblies or cultural events.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Creativity
Instructional Materials
- Visual aids showing types of choirs
- Recordings of choral performances
- Handouts with lyrics and choral arrangement
Lesson Content
Definition and Explanation of Choral Singing
- Choral singing refers to a group of people singing together, typically in harmony.
- It involves multiple voice parts, such as soprano, alto, tenor, and bass.
Types of Choral Singing
- Mixed Choir: Includes male and female voices.
- Male Choir: Composed of only male voices.
- Female Choir: Composed of only female voices.
- Children’s Choir: Features the voices of young singers.
- Chamber Choir: A small group of singers performing together.
Evaluation of Choral Singing
- Pitch: Singing in tune with the correct notes.
- Harmony: Different voice parts blending well together.
- Dynamics: Varying volume levels for emotional expression.
- Timing: Synchronizing the rhythm and tempo.
- Clarity: Pronouncing lyrics clearly.
Practice and Performance Tips
- Warm up your voice before singing.
- Pay attention to the conductor’s instructions.
- Blend your voice with others without overpowering.
- Maintain proper posture for better breathing and sound projection.
- Sing with emotion to convey the meaning of the song.
Examples of Choral Pieces for Practice
- “Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s Messiah.
- “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
- “Amazing Grace.”
- Nigerian national anthem (as a group performance).
- Traditional folk songs in harmony.
Evaluation Requirements
Fill-in-the-blank questions with options (a, b, c, or d):
- Choral singing is performed by a ____.
a) Solo artist
b) Group of singers
c) Instrumentalist
d) Dancer - A mixed choir includes ____.
a) Only male voices
b) Only female voices
c) Male and female voices
d) Children’s voices - Which of these is a type of choral singing?
a) Solo
b) Mixed choir
c) Duet
d) Instrumental - Harmony in choral singing means ____.
a) Singing the same note
b) Blending different voice parts
c) Singing loudly
d) Playing instruments - The conductor in choral singing helps to ____.
a) Blend the voices
b) Play the instruments
c) Set the rhythm and tempo
d) Teach the lyrics
(Continue with 10 more similar questions.)
Class Activity Discussion
15 Frequently Asked Questions with Answers:
- What is choral singing?
Choral singing is when a group of people sing together, often in harmony. - What are the main voice parts in a choir?
Soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. - What is the role of a conductor?
To guide the choir in rhythm, tempo, and dynamics. - What does a mixed choir mean?
A choir that includes both male and female voices. - Why is warming up important before singing?
It prepares the vocal cords for singing and improves sound quality.
(Continue with 10 more FAQs and answers.)
Presentation Steps
- The teacher revises the previous topic: Mosaic.
- The teacher introduces the new topic: Choral Singing, by playing a recording and asking pupils to observe its features.
- The teacher allows pupils to classify the types of choirs and practice singing a simple choral piece.
Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities
- Teacher’s Activities:
- Explains the concept of choral singing and its classification.
- Guides pupils in practicing a choral piece.
- Evaluates the performance of pupils during practice.
- Learners’ Activities:
- Listen to examples of choral singing.
- Identify the types of choirs.
- Practice singing a simple choral piece as a group.
Evaluation Questions
Short Answer Questions:
- What is choral singing?
- List the four main voice parts in a choir.
- What does a conductor do in a choir?
- Name two types of choral singing.
- Why is harmony important in choral singing?
- What does the term “dynamics” mean in choral singing?
- What is the purpose of warming up before singing?
- What is the difference between a mixed choir and a male choir?
- Give an example of a song suitable for choral singing.
- How can pupils improve their choral performance?
Conclusion
The teacher listens to the pupils’ performance of the choral piece, corrects errors, and provides feedback on pitch, harmony, and dynamics.