Instrumental Year 1 Notations - Jelly on a plate instrumental

The Year 1 instrumental notation for the song "Jelly on a Plate" provides a simple and engaging way for young students to learn about rhythm and rests within music. The notation is straightforward, with a series of quavers (eighth notes) and semibreves (whole notes) paired with the playful lyrics of the song. The rhythm pattern follows the words "Jelly on a plate, jelly on a plate, wibble wobble, wibble wobble, jelly on a plate," making it easy for children to follow along. A second verse introduces a new set of lyrics, "Sausage in a pan, sausage in a pan, turn it over, turn it over, sausage in a pan," adding variety to the tune and rhythm work.

In addition to the song, the notation includes ideas for rhythm work with an emphasis on the 'rest'—a silence in the music where no note is played. Pre-instrumental activities suggested involve chanting the rhythm while incorporating actions for the rest, such as a 'sh' sound with a finger to the lips, or a freeze action. Children can also tap the rhythm and clap for the rest, either alone or with a partner. For instrumental activities, children are encouraged to chant and play an instrument on the rest, or split into groups with one half playing the rhythm and the other half playing on the rest, ideally with two different instrumental timbres to distinguish the parts. These activities are designed to help children understand the concept of rest in music while also enjoying the process of making music together.