7JK Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JO Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JL Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JM Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JN Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JW Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JA Just Play Prep 02

This task is another self-reflection on your learning now that we're 5 lessons into this project. Write a comment answering these questions, like what you did for the first piece of prep on my blog.

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JL Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JM Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JW Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JA Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JK Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JO Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

7JN Just Play Prep 01

Task: Write a comment on this page answering the following questions:

1. ​Which instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What did you find difficult?
4. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better or to push yourself further?

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
NOTE: Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

8HM Blues Prep 07 Lyric Writing

HM. Date: 21/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Lyric Writing

Write your own AAB Blues lyrics with three verses. The following outline will help you:

Verse 1:
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 2
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 3
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Remember to following the Blues lyrics steps:

1. Pick a subject, e.g. life is awful, you're broke, someone's left you, you've lost your job etc.
2. Use the AAB line structure mentioned above; the first and second lines repeat, and the 3rd line ends by rhyming with the end of the 1st/2nd line.
3. Each line should be fairly long, rhyming and either to the point or each verse should develop the story.

Use A4 paper with the title “Blues Lyrics”, the date, your full name and form.

If you would ALSO like to share your lyrics with the class, you can write a comment below.

8HN Blues Prep 07 Lyric Writing

HN. Date: 21/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Lyric Writing

Write your own AAB Blues lyrics with three verses. The following outline will help you:

Verse 1:
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 2
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 3
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Remember to following the Blues lyrics steps:

1. Pick a subject, e.g. life is awful, you're broke, someone's left you, you've lost your job etc.
2. Use the AAB line structure mentioned above; the first and second lines repeat, and the 3rd line ends by rhyming with the end of the 1st/2nd line.
3. Each line should be fairly long, rhyming and either to the point or each verse should develop the story.

Use A4 paper with the title “Blues Lyrics”, the date, your full name and form.

If you would ALSO like to share your lyrics with the class, you can write a comment below.

8HA Blues Prep 07 Lyric Writing

HA. Date: 20/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Lyric Writing

Write your own AAB Blues lyrics with three verses. The following outline will help you:

Verse 1:
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 2
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 3
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Remember to following the Blues lyrics steps:

1. Pick a subject, e.g. life is awful, you're broke, someone's left you, you've lost your job etc.
2. Use the AAB line structure mentioned above; the first and second lines repeat, and the 3rd line ends by rhyming with the end of the 1st/2nd line.
3. Each line should be fairly long, rhyming and either to the point or each verse should develop the story.

Use A4 paper with the title “Blues Lyrics”, the date, your full name and form.

If you would ALSO like to share your lyrics with the class, you can write a comment below.

8HO Blues Prep 07

Complete an entry for today’s lesson in your “Progress Log” page in your Year 8 Blues booklets.

You will make sure to write about:

• What you did this lesson to achieve a heat level from the success criteria.
• Set yourself targets for next lesson on how to make your Blues performance better.

No comment is required on this blog post, you should complete your prep in your booklets.

8HK Blues Prep 07

Complete an entry for today’s lesson in your “Progress Log” page in your Year 8 Blues booklets.

You will make sure to write about:

• What you did this lesson to achieve a heat level from the success criteria.
• Set yourself targets for next lesson on how to make your Blues performance better.

No comment is required on this blog post, you should complete your prep in your booklets.

8HM Blues Prep 06 Preference and Lyrics

HA. Date: 13/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Preference and Lyrics

Watch the three YouTube videos below. All use the 12-bar Blues structure but are very different.

In the comments box answer the following:

1. Name your favourite from the three videos.
2. Give MUSICAL reasons why it is your favourite.
3. Give a description of the lyrics and how they are put together - do they follow a pattern?

Video 1: Louis Armstrong - Tin Roof Blues

Video 2: B.B. King - Blues Boys Tune

Video 3: Elvis Presley - Hound Dog

• How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
• Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.
• If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HN Blues Prep 06 Preference and Lyrics

HA. Date: 13/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Preference and Lyrics

Watch the three YouTube videos below. All use the 12-bar Blues structure but are very different.

In the comments box answer the following:

1. Name your favourite from the three videos.
2. Give MUSICAL reasons why it is your favourite.
3. Give a description of the lyrics and how they are put together - do they follow a pattern?

Video 1: Louis Armstrong - Tin Roof Blues

Video 2: B.B. King - Blues Boys Tune

Video 3: Elvis Presley - Hound Dog

• How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
• Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.
• If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HA Blues Prep 06 Preference and Lyrics

HA. Date: 13/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Preference and Lyrics

Watch the three YouTube videos below. All use the 12-bar Blues structure but are very different.

In the comments box answer the following:

1. Name your favourite from the three videos.
2. Give MUSICAL reasons why it is your favourite.
3. Give a description of the lyrics and how they are put together - do they follow a pattern?

Video 1: Louis Armstrong - Tin Roof Blues

Video 2: B.B. King - Blues Boys Tune

Video 3: Elvis Presley - Hound Dog

• How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
• Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.
• If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HK Blues Prep 06 Lyric Writing

HK. Date: 12/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Lyric Writing

Write your own AAB Blues lyrics with three verses. The following outline will help you:

Verse 1:
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 2
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 3
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Remember to following the Blues lyrics steps:

1. Pick a subject, e.g. life is awful, you're broke, someone's left you, you've lost your job etc.
2. Use the AAB line structure mentioned above; the first and second lines repeat, and the 3rd line ends by rhyming with the end of the 1st/2nd line.
3. Each line should be fairly long, rhyming and either to the point or each verse should develop the story.

Use A4 paper with the title “Blues Lyrics”, the date, your full name and form.

If you would ALSO like to share your lyrics with the class, you can write a comment below.

8HO Blues Prep 06 Lyric Writing

HO. Date: 12/10/16. Blues Lesson 06 - Lyric Writing

Write your own AAB Blues lyrics with three verses. The following outline will help you:

Verse 1:
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 2
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Verse 3
A:
A: (a repeat of the first line).
B: (ends in a rhyme).

Remember to following the Blues lyrics steps:

1. Pick a subject, e.g. life is awful, you're broke, someone's left you, you've lost your job etc.
2. Use the AAB line structure mentioned above; the first and second lines repeat, and the 3rd line ends by rhyming with the end of the 1st/2nd line.
3. Each line should be fairly long, rhyming and either to the point or each verse should develop the story.

Use A4 paper with the title “Blues Lyrics”, the date, your full name and form.

If you would ALSO like to share your lyrics with the class, you can write a comment below.

8HN Blues Prep 05

HN. Date: 07/10/16. Blues Lesson 05 - History of the Blues

1. Watch this YouTube video on the history of the Blues.
2. Write one thing you learnt about the history of the Blues that you didn’t know before, by writing a comment on this page.
3. Note: Please read the comments that come before and try not to repeat things. If you do want to make the same point please do so in your own words. Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible.

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.

Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HM Blues Prep 05

HM. Date: 07/10/16. Blues Lesson 05 - History of the Blues

1. Watch this YouTube video on the history of the Blues.
2. Write one thing you learnt about the history of the Blues that you didn’t know before, by writing a comment on this page.
3. Note: Please read the comments that come before and try not to repeat things. If you do want to make the same point please do so in your own words. Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible.

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.

Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HA Blues Prep 05

HA. Date: 06/10/16. Blues Lesson 05 - History of the Blues

1. Watch this YouTube video on the history of the Blues.
2. Write one thing you learnt about the history of the Blues that you didn’t know before, by writing a comment on this page.
3. Note: Please read the comments that come before and try not to repeat things. If you do want to make the same point please do so in your own words. Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible.

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.

Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HK Blues Prep 05

HK. Date: 05/10/16. Blues Lesson 05 - History of the Blues

1. Watch this YouTube video on the history of the Blues.
2. Write one thing you learnt about the history of the Blues that you didn’t know before, by writing a comment on this page.
3. Note: Please read the comments that come before and try not to repeat things. If you do want to make the same point please do so in your own words. Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible.

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.

Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HO Blues Prep 05

HO. Date: 05/10/16. Blues Lesson 05 - History of the Blues

1. Watch this YouTube video on the history of the Blues.
2. Write one thing you learnt about the history of the Blues that you didn’t know before, by writing a comment on this page.
3. Note: Please read the comments that come before and try not to repeat things. If you do want to make the same point please do so in your own words. Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible.

How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.

Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HM Blues Prep 04

HM. Date: 30/09/16. Blues Lesson 04

Listen to your class' improvisation of the Blues scale and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn about improvisation?
3. How difficult did you find improvising and why? Did your skill improve by the end of the lesson?

Whole-class Instruments - Improvising the Blues scale:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HN Blues Prep 04

HN. Date: 30/09/16. Blues Lesson 04

Listen to your class' improvisation of the Blues scale and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn about improvisation?
3. How difficult did you find improvising and why? Did your skill improve by the end of the lesson?

Whole-class Instruments - Improvising the Blues scale:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HA Blues Prep 04

HA. Date: 29/09/16. Blues Lesson 04

Listen to your class' improvisation of the Blues scale and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn about improvisation?
3. How difficult did you find improvising and why? Did your skill improve by the end of the lesson?

Whole-class Instruments - Improvising the Blues scale:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

9GA Mash-Up Chord Performance

GA. Date: 29/09/16. Mash-Up Chord Performance

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the chords to Trumpets and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following FOUR things:

1. 1) What went well?
2. 2) What could be improved?
3. 3) What progress have you made so far?
4. 4) What will you do next to develop your performing skills?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the C F Am G chords

You can also click here to access the recording.

Ukulele & Singing Performance - Playing the C F Am G chords

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HK Blues Prep 04

HK. Date: 28/09/16. Blues Lesson 04

Listen to your class' improvisation of the Blues scale and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn about improvisation?
3. How difficult did you find improvising and why? Did your skill improve by the end of the lesson?

Whole-class Instruments - Improvising the Blues scale:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HO Blues Prep 04

HO. Date: 28/09/16. Blues Lesson 04

Listen to your class' improvisation of the Blues scale and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument were you playing?
2. What did you learn about improvisation?
3. How difficult did you find improvising and why? Did your skill improve by the end of the lesson?

Whole-class Instruments - Improvising the Blues scale:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

9GM Mash-Up Chord Performance

GM. Date: 26/09/16. Mash-Up Chord Performance

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the chords to Trumpets and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following FOUR things:

1. 1) What went well?
2. 2) What could be improved?
3. 3) What progress have you made so far?
4. 4) What will you do next to develop your performing skills?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the C F Am G chords

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.


How to write a comment below: Under the 'Comment as:' option, select 'Name/URL' - type your FULL NAME and leave the 'URL' field blank.
Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HM Blues Prep 03

HN. Date: 23/09/16. Blues Lesson 03

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the 12 Bar Blues and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument and part were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better and/or to push yourself further?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the 12-Bar Blues:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.



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8HN Blues Prep 03

HN. Date: 23/09/16. Blues Lesson 03

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the 12 Bar Blues and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument and part were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better and/or to push yourself further?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the 12-Bar Blues:

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Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.



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8HA Blues Prep 03

HA. Date: 22/09/16. Blues Lesson 03

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the 12 Bar Blues and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument and part were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better and/or to push yourself further?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the 12-Bar Blues:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.



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Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HO Blues Prep 03

HO. Date: 21/09/16. Blues Lesson 03

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the 12 Bar Blues and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument and part were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better and/or to push yourself further?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the 12-Bar Blues:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.



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Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible. If you cannot leave a comment, you need to hand in an A4 piece of paper with your comments written down AND a brief explanation signed from someone at home explaining why you could not post a comment on the website.

8HK Blues Prep 03

HK. Date: 21/09/16. Blues Lesson 03

Listen to your whole-class instrumental performance of the 12 Bar Blues and leave a comment on the blog post discussing the following THREE things:

1. What instrument and part were you playing?
2. What did you learn?
3. What do you need to do next lesson to either perform your part better and/or to push yourself further?

Whole-class Instruments - Playing the 12-Bar Blues:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible. I expect a paragraph of thoughtful reflection.



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8HM Blues Prep 02

HM. Date: 16/09/16. Blues Lesson 02
Listen to at least the first 5 minutes of both of these YouTube videos (you can listen to more if you like). Listen carefully to the music. At the bottom of this page, leave a comment and tell me about two things that sound the same and two things that sound different. How are they different and why do you think that is?

Video 1: BB King & John Mayer, "King Of Blues" (Completo)

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Video 2: Messin' With The Blues [live '74]

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8HN Blues Prep 02

HN. Date: 16/09/16. Blues Lesson 02
Listen to at least the first 5 minutes of both of these YouTube videos (you can listen to more if you like). Listen carefully to the music. At the bottom of this page, leave a comment and tell me about two things that sound the same and two things that sound different. How are they different and why do you think that is?

Video 1: BB King & John Mayer, "King Of Blues" (Completo)

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Video 2: Messin' With The Blues [live '74]

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8HA Blues Prep 02

HA. Date: 15/09/16. Blues Lesson 02
Listen to at least the first 5 minutes of both of these YouTube videos (you can listen to more if you like). Listen carefully to the music. At the bottom of this page, leave a comment and tell me about two things that sound the same and two things that sound different. How are they different and why do you think that is?

Video 1: BB King & John Mayer, "King Of Blues" (Completo)

You can also click here to access the YouTube video.

Video 2: Messin' With The Blues [live '74]

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8HO Blues Prep 02

HO. Date: 14/09/16. Blues Lesson 02
Listen to at least the first 5 minutes of both of these YouTube videos (you can listen to more if you like). Listen carefully to the music. At the bottom of this page, leave a comment and tell me about two things that sound the same and two things that sound different. How are they different and why do you think that is?

Video 1: BB King & John Mayer, "King Of Blues" (Completo)

You can also click here to access the YouTube video.

Video 2: Messin' With The Blues [live '74]

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8HK Blues Prep 02

HK. Date: 14/09/16. Blues Lesson 02
Listen to at least the first 5 minutes of both of these YouTube videos (you can listen to more if you like). Listen carefully to the music. At the bottom of this page, leave a comment and tell me about two things that sound the same and two things that sound different. How are they different and why do you think that is?

Video 1: BB King & John Mayer, "King Of Blues" (Completo)

You can also click here to access the YouTube video.

Video 2: Messin' With The Blues [live '74]

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8HM Blues Prep 01

HM. Date: 09/09/16. Blues Lesson 01
Listen to your recording below.

Version 1:

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Version 2:

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Listen to your whole-class audio recording of the "Blues Vocal Recreation" and leave a comment below discussing the following things:

• What sounds good about the performance? Give a MUSICAL reason and why you think it sounds good.
• What do we need to work on to improve it? Why will it improve it?
• What is the name of the Blues chord structure of this piece of music? (HINT: it's to do with the number of bars).
• What is the name of the style of beat? (It sounds a bit like a horse galloping).
• What is it called when a performer makes something up on the spot?
• Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible

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8HN Blues Prep 01

HN. Date: 09/09/16. Blues Lesson 01
Listen to your recording below.

Version 1:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Version 2:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Listen to your whole-class audio recording of the "Blues Vocal Recreation" and leave a comment below discussing the following things:

• What sounds good about the performance? Give a MUSICAL reason and why you think it sounds good.
• What do we need to work on to improve it? Why will it improve it?
• What is the name of the Blues chord structure of this piece of music? (HINT: it's to do with the number of bars).
• What is the name of the style of beat? (It sounds a bit like a horse galloping).
• What is it called when a performer makes something up on the spot?
• Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible

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8HA Blues Prep 01

HA. Date: 08/09/16. Blues Lesson 01
Listen to your recording below.

Version 1:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Version 2:

You can also click here to access the recording.

Listen to your whole-class audio recording of the "Blues Vocal Recreation" and leave a comment below discussing the following things:

• What sounds good about the performance? Give a MUSICAL reason and why you think it sounds good.
• What do we need to work on to improve it? Why will it improve it?
• What is the name of the Blues chord structure of this piece of music? (HINT: it's to do with the number of bars).
• What is the name of the style of beat? (It sounds a bit like a horse galloping).
• What is it called when a performer makes something up on the spot?
• Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible

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Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.

8HK Blues Prep 01

HK. Date: 07/09/16. Blues Lesson 01
Listen to your recording below:

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Listen to your whole-class audio recording of the "Blues Vocal Recreation" and leave a comment below discussing the following things:

• What sounds good about the performance? Give a MUSICAL reason and why you think it sounds good.
• What do we need to work on to improve it? Why will it improve it?
• What is the name of the Blues chord structure of this piece of music? (HINT: it's to do with the number of bars).
• What is the name of the style of beat? (It sounds a bit like a horse galloping).
• What is it called when a performer makes something up on the spot?
• Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible

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8HO Blues Prep 01

HO. Date: 07/09/16. Blues Lesson 01
Listen to your recording below:

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Listen to your whole-class audio recording of the "Blues Vocal Recreation" and leave a comment below discussing the following things:

• What sounds good about the performance? Give a MUSICAL reason and why you think it sounds good.
• What do we need to work on to improve it? Why will it improve it?
• What is the name of the Blues chord structure of this piece of music? (HINT: it's to do with the number of bars).
• What is the name of the style of beat? (It sounds a bit like a horse galloping).
• What is it called when a performer makes something up on the spot?
• Make sure that you write in full sentences and in as much detail as possible

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Your comment will be sent to me for moderation. Once everyone has made a comment, I will make your comments visible.