Over the summer, I shared my lesson plan for a patriotic group class here. Today, I would like to share my lesson plan for a Halloween themed group class!
These ideas will work with a variety of ages and ability levels, and don’t require a lot of space or extra materials to implement.
What do you think? Do you have any group activities planned for Halloween? Are you looking for a good fall piece that isn't too "Halloween-ish"? Check out my piece "Candy Corn Jive"! This is an elementary level piece with a fun, 1950's rock style duet part that can be played by a teacher, sibling, or parent. Listen to the solo and duet versions: You can purchase the music at Sheet Music Plus here!
Looking for something creative to do with your students this fall? Take a look at my free "Witches' Brew" composition worksheet, found HERE! This worksheet walks elementary level students through the process of creating their own 8 bar Halloween composition, and can be completed in one or two lessons.
To complete the worksheet, students choose the "ingredients" for their composition by choosing from three different patterns to create the first six measures of their piece. They can repeat any of these patterns and put them in whatever order they choose in their piece. Then, they choose one of two endings to finish their composition. All of the patterns can then be transferred over to the given staff paper, with the student writing one pattern inside each measure on the staff. As a finishing touch, have students complete the title ("The Haunted ___________") and add dynamics to their spooky piece. The left hand is provided, and the piece can be performed as a duet with elementary students or as a solo for late elementary students. This type of guided composition is a great way to introduce students to the process of creating a melody using musical motives. For students that want to put their own stamp on this composition, encourage them to improvise their own introduction to the piece, or change up the rhythm in the given melodies to add more interest. I hope your students enjoy creating their own "witches' brew!" Click HERE for this free worksheet. Where I live, fall is in the air. The weather is cooling; the days are growing shorter. Students are getting back into the swing of things with school, homework, and extra-curricular activities. It is a perfect time of year to start some fresh music, and my students are always extra-excited to play anything with a Halloween theme! This week I would like to introduce you to some of my own Halloween themed pieces. I have grouped them by level, and I even include some fun Halloween duets! Take a listen, if you dare! Click on the title to see where to purchase the music. Today, I will be featuring piano solos and a duet for intermediate and advanced students!
What are your favorite intermediate and advanced Halloween pieces to teach? Please leave a comment below!
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AuthorChrissy Ricker is a pianist, teacher, and composer from North Carolina. These are her thoughts on teaching, composing, and all things music. Looking for teaching ideas related to a specific topic? Use the "search" feature or scroll down to see blog posts organized by category!
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