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Roars and Whispers

Pupils copy a body-drumming pattern and explore dynamics, following signals for loud, quiet, silence, crescendo and diminuendo.

Activity type
Video-Led Activities
Music skills
Movement & Expression, Pitch & Singing
Included activities
1 activity
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Classroom value

What this activity helps teachers do

Teach without rebuilding resources

Body percussion activity and dynamics exploration.

Keep pupils active in the music

Tap, cross hands, stop, follow signals, change volume and perform patterns.

Use a clear teaching route

Pre-teach the four-count pattern, use clear visual signals, and split the pattern into two parts before combining.

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  • Roars and Whispers: Dynamics

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