Pop Goes the Weasel

This traditional English song is great for:

  • Familiarising students with 6/8 time.
  • Preparing and practising basic compound rhythms.
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Kodály Analysis:

Pop Goes the Weasel Theme: Animals Games:
Partner: Form: Song Type:
Scale: Hexachord CSP: C - F Age: Early Childhood - Lower Primary
Tones: d finalis r m f s l Rhythm: ; ;  
Melodic: d r m ; s m d ; m d ; m s ; s d ; d l ; l r ; r f ; f m d finalis
Prep: ; ;
Prac: ; ; , f

 

Origin: England
Source: My Mini Music Books by David Hooper

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