Folk-Songs and Part-Songs: With Preparatory Exercises for Choral Classes
Once/Now/Then/After Series
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What’s inside...
This book is a reproduction of a publication from before 1923, containing folk-songs and part-songs with exercises and sheet music for music teachers and choral groups. Despite potential imperfections like missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, and errant marks from the original or scanning process, it has been reprinted due to its cultural importance. It remains as true to the original work as possible, preserving the knowledge base of civilization. This work is in the public domain in the United States, allowing for free copying and distribution to support the preservation of printed works worldwide.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
12-15
Length
102 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What emotions do you feel when you hear different folk songs in the book?
Which part-song from the book would you like to sing together and why?
How does the music in the book connect with stories or events from different cultures?
Can you think of any other situations where we could use these songs to express our feelings?
What did you learn about music and its role in communities from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before you read, familiarize yourself with some simple music terms and share these with your child to help deepen their understanding of the book.
Share your own experiences with folk music and encourage your child to explore how music makes them feel.
After reading, sing one of the part-songs together, using it as a bonding activity and a way to internalize the book's themes.
Encourage your child to draw or act out scenes or emotions conveyed by the songs in the book to foster creative expression.
Use the book as a starting point to explore more about the cultures presented in the folk songs, providing a more engaging and educational experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of practice and perseverance
Explanation: Through the preparatory exercises for choral classes, children learn the value of repeated practice and striving for improvement.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding that mastering any skill, whether in academics, sports, or arts, requires persistent effort and dedication.
Example Lesson: Collaboration and teamwork
Explanation: The choral classes emphasize singing in harmony and working together, showcasing how collaborative efforts lead to beautiful outcomes.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children in group projects or team sports, where working harmoniously with others is crucial for success.
Example Lesson: Cultural appreciation
Explanation: By exploring folk-songs and part-songs from different cultures, children gain an appreciation for diverse musical traditions and histories.
Real-World Application: Children can become more open-minded and respectful towards people from different backgrounds, enhancing social cohesion and mutual respect in diverse settings.
Example Lesson: Emotional expression
Explanation: The book demonstrates how music can be a powerful tool for expressing emotions and telling stories without words.
Real-World Application: This lesson equips children with an understanding that they can express their feelings through creative outlets like music, which is beneficial for emotional health.
Example Lesson: Discipline and focus
Explanation: Engaging with structured musical exercises helps children develop a sense of discipline and the ability to concentrate over extended periods.
Real-World Application: These skills are transferable to academic settings, improving their ability to focus during class and on their studies.