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Over the course of six lessons, scholars try their hand at composing and dancing after a thorough examination of the famous ballet, The Nutcracker, by Tchaikovsky. Participants watch and discuss the performance of two dances, create and perform rhythm patterns by counting bars, Ternary form, and a waltz.
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Instructional Ideas
- Locate and assign a link featuring the dances Waltz of the Flowers and the Russian Dance for pupils to watch at home to prepare for the in-class activities that go along with it
- Record participants' live performances, project them during Open House for families to view
- Co-teach with the music teacher and align objectives with those being taught in music class
Classroom Considerations
- The lesson requires a large open space and musical instruments
- Both the teacher and pupils should have a background in music
Pros
- Gives the phonetic spelling to better pronounce Tchaikovsky's full name
- Three activities extend the learning experience
Cons
- The video is not available in all locations
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