The Squirrel

  • This is a terrific song for preparing and practising the melodic elements 'low la' and 'low so'.
  • The rhythmic element 'too-oo-oo' (dotted minim) can be taught with this song.
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Kodály Analysis:

The Squirrel Theme: Animals Games:
Partner: Form: Strophic Song Type:
Scale: Pentatonic CSP: F - A Age: Middle Primary - Lower Secondary
Tones: s low finalis l low d r m Rhythm: ; ; ; ;  
Melodic: d m ; m r d ; d l low d ; d s low l low s low ; s low d ; d l low s low finalis
Prep: , l low s low
MC:
Prac: , l low s low

 

Origin: Appalachian
Source: The Kodály Method. Prentice Hall Inc.

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