Gallop

This easy song is great for:

  • Preparing 6/8 time.
  • Moving in 6/8 time.
  • Improvising new words and actions.
  • Preparing the melodic element 'fa'.
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Kodály Analysis:

Gallop Theme: Exercise Games: Action
Partner: Form: Binary Song Type:
Scale: Pentachord CSP: D - F Age: Early Childhood - Lower Primary
Tones: d finalis r m f s Rhythm: ; ;  
Melodic: d r m f s ; s d ; d s ; s m r d finalis
Prep: ; , f
MC: ;
Prac: ;

 

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