Melody Warmup — Sample Activity

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Overview

In this video, Melody and Victoria introduce the note C! Victoria will sing the note first, and then the class will echo it back. It’s a great way to warm up voices and start learning pitch.

This simple call-and-response helps children match pitch and build confidence in singing.

Music Tip: Use hand signs or gestures to help children “see” the pitch as they sing.

Teacher Tip: Encourage gentle, relaxed singing – remind children they don’t need to be loud, just clear and focused!

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Contributes to Learning Outcomes

KS1 (Years 1–2)

use their voices expressively and creatively by singing songs and speaking chants and rhymes
play tuned and untuned instruments musically

KS2 (Years 3–6)

play and perform in solo and ensemble contexts, using their voices and playing musical instruments with increasing accuracy, fluency, control and expression

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