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Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah

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Students sing "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" with others in small groups and as an entire class. Using correct posture, correct rhythms, and accurate pitches, students play improvised melodies as accompaniment to the song. This lesson emphasizes studying syncopated rhythms.

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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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Technology
Audio
Year
1999

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