Monkey And The Turtle

This 2 part canon from the Torres Strait Islands is great for:

  • Preparing and practising the rhythmic element 'tika-ti'.
  • Preparing and practising the melodic element 'low la' and 'low so'.
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Kodály Analysis:

Monkey And The Turtle Theme: Multicultural Games:
Partner: Form: Strophic Song Type: 2 Part Canon
Scale: do Pentatonic CSP: F Age: Upper Primary - Middle Secondary
Tones: s low l low d finalis r m s l Rhythm: ; ; ; ;  
Melodic: d m s ; s m d ; d r m ; m d finalis ; d l ; l s m r ; d l low s low ; s low d
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Origin: Torres Strait Islands
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