SAMBA AND SALSA- RHYTHMS OF SOUTH AMERICA.
Statement of Inquiry:
Key concept:
Related concepts:
Global Context:
Exploration to Develop:
Criterion A- Project. Keyword test.
Criterion B- Perform samba and salsa rhythms as part of an ensemble.
Criterion C- Creative use of parts to create a complete performance.
Criterion D- Arts process journal, self and peer assessment.
By the end of the year students are expected to be able to:
Play Samba marching drum parts individually and as an ensemble.
Learn the basic rhythms of Salsa (and related) music.
Investigate the roots of Samba and Salsa music and present a project on an aspect of their choice.
Investigate the cultural and historical background, links to other music and arts and the importance of Carnival.
Identify common instruments and where they come from.
Use keywords- Montuno, Son, Tumbao and instruments associated with this music.
Statement of Inquiry:
Key concept:
Related concepts:
Global Context:
Exploration to Develop:
Criterion A- Project. Keyword test.
Criterion B- Perform samba and salsa rhythms as part of an ensemble.
Criterion C- Creative use of parts to create a complete performance.
Criterion D- Arts process journal, self and peer assessment.
By the end of the year students are expected to be able to:
Play Samba marching drum parts individually and as an ensemble.
Learn the basic rhythms of Salsa (and related) music.
Investigate the roots of Samba and Salsa music and present a project on an aspect of their choice.
Investigate the cultural and historical background, links to other music and arts and the importance of Carnival.
Identify common instruments and where they come from.
Use keywords- Montuno, Son, Tumbao and instruments associated with this music.