Dear Sis,
This is the ninth of ten parts in our Music Appreciation lesson plan series. If you are just finding us now, the text that corresponds with these lessons is Music is… by Stephen T. Johnson.
Rhythm & Blues
Week Thirty-One
Approximately 20 minutes
Read playful narration “Rhythm & Blues is…” text.
- Encourage your pre-reader to try to repeat the song and sing along. Being silly with your kids is a great way to catch their interest.
- If you have multiple learners you can make a game of it and see who can give the best performance by family vote
Listen to Sample One: “Monday Morning Blues” by Mississippi John Hurt (Delta Blues)
Listen to Sample Two: “I Got You (I Feel Good)” by James Brown (R&B/Funk/Soul)
Listen to Sample Three: “Respect” by Aretha Franklin (R&B/Soul)
Week Thirty-Two
Approximately 20 minutes
Read “RHYTHM & BLUES” history text.
Listen to Sample Four: “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours” by Stevie Wonder (R&B/Soul)
Listen to Sample Five: “Escapade” by Janet Jackson (R&B/Pop)
Listen to Sample Six: “Halo” by Beyonce (R&B/Pop)
Please tell us about your experience in the comment section. Stay tuned for the tenth installment: Rock (Weeks 33-36).
Happy Homeschooling!
Love,
b