Programme Hints - Exploring the Arts - Searching for music fun
Activity: Searching for music fun |
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Age Group |
Guides Section – 10-13 years old |
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Time needed |
45-60 minutes |
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Learning Goal |
To teach members some basic music knowledge and encourage them to enjoy music fun. |
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Instructions |
Sample Questions: Q1. Does an oboe belong to a wind instrument or a stringed instrument? A1. Wind instrument
Q2. How to classify western musical instruments? A2. Wind, strings and percussion
Q3. Write down a Chinese musical instrument. A3. Guqin, Guzheng, Pipa, Erhu, Dizi
Q4. What is the measurement unit for sound volume? A4. Decibel
Q5. Will noise affect the health of people? A5. Yes
Q6. Please draw a G-clef.
Q7. Sing a song of Guides to your leader. |
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Which elements of the method are used, and how? |
☑ Learning in small groups – Members work together to answer the questions. Some members with music knowledge can help create a song. ☑ My path, my pace – Everyone has her own strength. Some members may have sweet voice. Some are good at following beats. Some can play musical instruments well. Members learn to appreciate their strength and contribute their abilities in the event. ☑ Learning by doing – Members develop their confidence during performance. They are also encouraged to express their creativity through music. ☑Connecting with others – Music can be regarded as another way of communication. Members can connect with others/ tell their own stories through music. |
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How does the method give youth members a chance to take the lead? Which leadership mindsets do youth members practice in the activity? |
Members with musical knowledge can help others in writing songs/ playing instruments.
Leadership mindsets practiced in the activity:
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