Pitch Year 1 Notations - Harry Hare

"Harry Hare" is a charming and engaging musical activity designed for Year 1 children, which combines singing with a fun game to enhance their understanding of musical rhythms and melodies. The song itself features a catchy tune about Harry Hare, a character who is always in a rush, filled with concerns and constantly late for his tea, much to his own mischief. The lyrics are set to a simple and repetitive melody that is easy for young learners to pick up and sing along to, providing an excellent opportunity for them to practice and internalise the So, La, Mi intervals, which are fundamental building blocks in music education.

During the game, children sit in a circle and pass a ball to each other in time with the pulse of the song, thereby reinforcing their sense of rhythm and beat. The child holding the ball at the final word 'he' tosses it back to the teacher, adding an element of anticipation and excitement to the activity. The teacher then selects a child who exemplifies the best role model behaviour, contrasting with the 'naughty' antics of Harry Hare, and rolls the ball to them to continue the game. This playful interaction not only fosters musical skills but also encourages good behaviour and participation among the children.