https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level Check out these music activities based on the song called 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. I would love to see your work so please share your pictures and videos of your musical activities on Twitter @MrsE_Music @TollcrossP #tollcrossrainbow en-us 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC 2023-03-26 16:15:29 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f308.png MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983058 Here are the song words to 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' to help you sing along.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983058 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983060 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?]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983060 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983061 A great opportunity to learn the song and sign along too!]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983061 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983062 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'

]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983062 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983064 Listen and watch the orchestra perform 'Somewhere over the Rainbow' for our NHS Heroes. How many instruments can you recognise?]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983064 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983066 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.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983066 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983069 Be inspired by this quartet! ]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983069 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983070 Discover some musical facts about the song as you complete the crossword.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983070 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983071 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.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983071 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983075 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.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983075 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983078 A creative and interesting arrangement of the song being played on the piano and cello.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983078 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983082 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.]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983082 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983084 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!]]> 2020-05-05 13:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/551983084 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552691305 The theme of the Music Quiz is Colours. There are a few tricky questions!]]> 2020-05-05 16:54:38 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552691305 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552737700 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!

]]> 2020-05-05 17:11:15 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552737700 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552752524 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.]]> 2020-05-05 17:16:29 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552752524 MrsE_Music https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552760937 Have a go at playing 'Somewhere over the Rainbow'. If you would like a copy of the backing track, please let me know.]]> 2020-05-05 17:19:34 UTC https://padlet.com/MrsE_Music/Second_Level/wish/552760937