Old Mother Witch

This fun, easy circle game is great for:

  • Teaching the rhythmic element 'sa' (crotchet rest / quarter note rest).
  • Teaching the melodic elements 'mi' and 'so'.
  • Teaching 2/4 metre.
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Kodály Analysis:

Old Mother Witch Theme: Halloween Games: Circle
Partner: Form: Song Type:
Scale: Bitonic CSP: F - C Age: Early Childhood - Lower Primary
Tones: m s finalis Rhythm: ; ;  
Melodic: s m s finalis
Prep: Bitonic,
MC: Bitonic,
Prac: Bitonic,

 

Origin: Traditional Game: M. McLatchey
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