7B

7B –

Unit 5 – Percussion (May 17 – 27)

During unit 5, we will learn about the percussion instrument family and explore different ways of making rhythms with body percussion and found instruments. Grade seven will participate in a drumming circle and other cultural practices involving percussion using non-traditional notation. Finally, we will compose a 16 beat percussion rhythm to perform in during class time.

Unit 6 – Guitar (May 31 – June 17)

Our final unit will deal with the basics of guitar. Students will learn the how to tune and string guitars, how to play one string songs and become competent in identifying parts of the acoustic guitar. Grade 7 will work toward recognizing easy chords as well as the string/fret number system. Along with building awareness on the history of guitars, the class will host a guitar showcase to close the unit.