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Which subject	Music
What topic	Improvise and 3 pitch melodic patterns
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Improvise and 3 Pitch Melodic Patterns

Subject

Music

Topic

Improvise and 3 Pitch Melodic Patterns

Grade/Age Group

Varies (appropriate for elementary to middle school level)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds with the National Standards for Music Education, focusing on improvisation and melody creation.

Objectives

Students will understand and apply the concept of pitch in creating melodic patterns.
Students will demonstrate the ability to improvise using three-pitch melodic patterns.
Students will collaborate with peers to create and share short melodic phrases.

Materials

Classroom instruments (xylophones, keyboards, recorders, etc.)
Whiteboard and markers
Handouts with examples of three-pitch melodic patterns
Audio playback device (for listening examples)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Melodic Patterns	5 min	Introduce the concept of three-pitch melodic patterns. Discuss what melodies are and why they are important in music.
2	Listening Activity	5 min	Play examples of three-pitch melodies. Invite students to identify pitches and patterns in the music.
3	Demonstration	5 min	Teacher demonstrates how to create a three-pitch melodic pattern on an instrument, explaining the process as they play.
4	Guided Practice	10 min	In pairs, students will practice creating their own three-pitch melodic patterns using classroom instruments. Provide support as needed.
5	Sharing Patterns	3 min	Students will share their created melodies with other pairs without formal presentation, promoting a collaborative atmosphere.
6	Wrap-Up and Homework	2 min	Summarize what was learned during the lesson. Assign homework: students should write down a three-pitch melody and submit it in the next class without presenting it.

Homework

Students will create a written or recorded three-pitch melodic pattern to submit at the next class. No presentations required; submissions can be done quietly.

Assessment

Informal assessment through observation during guided practice, noting students' engagement and ability to create patterns.
Review of submitted homework for understanding of melody structure.

This lesson plan aims to foster creativity, collaboration, and understanding of fundamental musical elements, tailored to fit the diverse needs of emerging musicians.