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Here are the song words to 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' to help you sing along.

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This is a different version of 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' which we know from 'The Wizard of Oz'. Do you recognise the second song that is mashed up in this version? Can you name the stringed instrument he is playing to accompany his singing?

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Max Stone is Somewhere Over The Rainbow  | Live Week 2 | The X Factor 2015

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A great opportunity to learn the song and sign along too!

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Try playing the main melody of 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. Print out the music or write down the music and click on the link to play on the Boomwhackers!

https://www.musick8kids.com/html/play_bw.php?bwswitch=TRUE

Top Tip:

Remember to watch out for high note C'

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If you don't have your own instrument, don't worry! You can use the Smart Piano on Garageband app or you can find free virtual piano online such as https://www.apronus.com/music/flashpiano.htm

Use the Piano Guide to find your notes. The black notes on the piano are in a pattern - a group of 2 followed by a group of 3. The C note is the white note which is positioned to the left of the group of 2 black notes.

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Play 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' on the Piano

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Play 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' on the Piano

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You can play the main melody on a keyboard or piano (using your own instrument, an app or online).

Remember to use the Piano Notes Guide on this page to help you. You can print off the music or write out the melody notes to help you.

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A creative and interesting arrangement of the song being played on the piano and cello.

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Over the Rainbow/Simple Gifts (Piano/Cello Cover) - The Piano Guys

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Create your own water "glass-ophone" which changes pitch in steps by using different glasses and amounts of water.

GOAL: Play 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' on your water glass-ophone using either the piano or boomwhacker music which can be found on this page.

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Listen and watch the orchestra perform 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' for our NHS Heroes. How many instruments can you recognise?

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Glasgow Studio Orchestra - Somewhere Over the Rainbow featuring Cariss Crosbie

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Have you ever noticed how an orchestra is usually set out? This is a great activity to learn more about the orchestra and you can research the answers.

Remember you can print out or create your own copy of the activity.

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Discover some musical facts about the song as you complete the crossword.

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The theme of the Music Quiz is Colours. There are a few tricky questions!

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Be inspired by this quartet!

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Music Education Partnership Group Scotland

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Somewhere Over The Rainbow - STAMP project

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Have a go at playing 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. This is an easier arrangement of the song. If you would like a copy of the backing track, please let me know.

Be inspired by this quartet! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Er0lHlXVCIE

Top Tips:

Break it up into bite size sections, a few notes at a time

Set yourself a target for each practise session

Play it slowly and build up the speed

Play the same part over and over again until you get it

Don't give up!

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This is a trickier arrangement of 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' if you fancy a challenge! If you would like a copy of the backing track, please let me know.

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Have a go at playing 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. If you would like a copy of the backing track, please let me know.

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If you would like music for 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' to play on a different instrument, please ask and I will post it on this page!