ALEX Learning Activity Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [ARTS] MUS (3) 1 :

1) Improvise rhythmic and melodic ideas and describe connection to specific purpose and context.

Example: Explore instrumental/vocal timbres to create a sound carpet to accompany the story, "The Three Little Pigs.

" [ARTS] MUS (3) 18 :

18) Demonstrate and describe how expressive qualities are used in performers' interpretations to reflect expressive intent.

Example: Sing music with expressive qualities and intent.

Students will watch a recording of Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes sound story.  They will respond to the chosen instruments and important words/phrases that were played. 

This activity was created as a result of the Arts COS Resource Development Summit.