Choral Singing : explaination on choral singing; classify choral singing; list types of singing Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes

Week 6: Choral Singing

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 10-11 years
Topic: Choral Singing
Sub-topic: Types and Classification of Choral Singing
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain what choral singing is.
2. Classify choral singing based on group size and voice types.
3. List different types of singing.

Keywords

• Choral singing
• Choir
• Sopranos
• Tenors
• Bass
• Ensemble

Set Induction

Play a short recording of a choir singing a well-known song, like the Nigerian National Anthem, and ask pupils to listen carefully. Ask them if they can identify how many people are singing and if they notice any differences in their voices.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils may have heard choirs singing in school, religious gatherings, or events and are familiar with group singing.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Audio recordings of choral singing
• Videos showing choirs performing
• Flashcards with names of voice types (soprano, alto, tenor, bass)
• Pictures of different types of choirs

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Explain that choral singing is when a group of people sing together. Pupils may have been part of a choir or heard one perform before.

Embedded Core Skills

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Listening skills
• Musical appreciation

Learning Materials

• Audio clips
• Flashcards
• Videos of choir performances

Reference

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook for Primary Schools

Content

1. Choral Singing
   Choral singing is when a group of people sing together in harmony. It can be performed by a choir or an ensemble, where each person sings either the same part or different parts to create a unified sound. Choirs often sing in churches, schools, or during performances.
2. Classification of Choral Singing
   • By Group Size:
     • Small Group: This may include small choirs or vocal ensembles of 3-12 people.
     • Large Group: This includes larger choirs, which can have 20 or more singers.
   • By Voice Types:
     Choirs are often divided into voice parts based on how high or low someone can sing. These include:
     • Soprano: The highest female voice.
     • Alto: The lower female voice.
     • Tenor: The higher male voice.
     • Bass: The lowest male voice.
3. Types of Singing
   • Solo Singing: When one person sings alone.
   • Duet Singing: When two people sing together.
   • Group Singing: When a group of people sing together.
   • Choral Singing: When a large group or choir sings in harmony.
   • Unison Singing: When everyone sings the same melody together.
   • Part Singing: When people sing different parts (e.g., soprano, alto, tenor, bass) at the same time.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Choral singing is when a group of people sing together in __________.
   a) Harmony b) Solos c) Duets d) Silence
2. A __________ is a large group of singers.
   a) Choir b) Band c) Solo d) Trio
3. The highest female voice in a choir is called __________.
   a) Alto b) Tenor c) Soprano d) Bass
4. The lowest male voice is called __________.
   a) Alto b) Tenor c) Soprano d) Bass
5. In __________ singing, everyone sings the same melody.
   a) Unison b) Part c) Solo d) Duet
6. __________ singing involves each person singing different parts.
   a) Solo b) Part c) Duet d) Unison
7. A small choir or ensemble may have between __________ singers.
   a) 3-12 b) 5-20 c) 10-50 d) 20-100
8. A __________ is when two people sing together.
   a) Solo b) Choir c) Duet d) Trio
9. When only one person sings, it is called __________ singing.
   a) Group b) Solo c) Part d) Ensemble
10. The lowest female voice in a choir is called __________.
    a) Soprano b) Alto c) Tenor d) Bass
11. Choirs can be divided based on the __________ range of singers.
    a) Vocal b) Physical c) Age d) Colour
12. __________ is a form of singing where people sing together in harmony.
    a) Solo b) Choral c) Duet d) Trio
13. In a choir, the higher male voice is called __________.
    a) Bass b) Soprano c) Alto d) Tenor
14. A large choir usually has __________ or more singers.
    a) 3 b) 12 c) 20 d) 50
15. __________ choirs are often found in churches, schools, and concerts.
    a) Small b) Solo c) Choral d) Duet

15 FAQs with Answers

1. What is choral singing?
   Choral singing is when a group of people sing together in harmony.
2. What is a choir?
   A choir is a large group of people who sing together.
3. What are the main types of voices in a choir?
   Soprano, alto, tenor, and bass.
4. What is the highest female voice called?
   Soprano.
5. What is the lowest male voice called?
   Bass.
6. What is unison singing?
   It is when everyone sings the same melody together.
7. What is part singing?
   Part singing is when people sing different parts, such as soprano, alto, tenor, or bass.
8. What is solo singing?
   Solo singing is when one person sings alone.
9. What is duet singing?
   Duet singing is when two people sing together.
10. How are choirs classified by size?
    Choirs can be small, with 3-12 singers, or large, with 20 or more singers.
11. What is the difference between solo and group singing?
    Solo singing is when one person sings, while group singing is when multiple people sing together.
12. What is a bass voice?
    A bass voice is the lowest male voice in a choir.
13. What is an alto voice?
    An alto voice is the lower female voice in a choir.
14. Where can you find choirs singing?
    Choirs often sing in churches, schools, and concerts.
15. Why is choral singing important?
    Choral singing helps people work together to create harmony and enjoy music as a group.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher explains what choral singing is, using examples from the audio recordings.
Step 2: The teacher classifies choral singing based on the size of the choir and the types of voices (soprano, alto, tenor, bass).
Step 3: The teacher leads a discussion on the different types of singing and how choirs sing in harmony.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain choral singing and its importance.
• Classify choirs based on group size and voice types.
• Discuss the different types of singing.
• Play audio examples to illustrate choral singing.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the explanation of choral singing.
• Participate in the discussion on different types of singing.
• Identify the different voices in choral singing.
• Classify choral singing based on group size.

Assessment

Pupils should be able to explain choral singing, classify it based on group size and voice types, and list types of singing.

10 Evaluation Questions

1. What is choral singing?
2. Name the four main voice types in a choir.
3. What is the difference between unison singing and part singing?
4. How many people are in a small choir?
5. What is the lowest male voice in a choir called?
6. What is the highest female voice in a choir called?
7. What is duet singing?
8. What does it mean to sing in harmony?
9. Where can choirs be found?
10. Why is choral singing important?

Conclusion

The teacher will move around the class, asking pupils to classify choral singing and voice types. Pupils will participate by answering questions and identifying types of singing based on the teacher’s explanation.