Instrumental Year 3 Notations - Ding dong instrumental

The 'Ding Dong' instrumental notation is a lively musical lesson designed for Year 3 students. The notation guides the children through a catchy rhythm that includes the phrases 'Ding Dong' and 'Hot Dog', with specific musical notes indicating the melody to be followed. The structure of the song is simple, allowing the children to easily grasp the rhythm and the words. As they become familiar with the tune, the lyrics 'Ding Dong' and 'Hot Dog' are repeated, creating an engaging and repetitive pattern that helps to reinforce the rhythm in the students' minds.

To complement the musical notation, a non-instrumental game is introduced to enhance the learning experience. Children are encouraged to nod their heads to the words 'Ding Dong' and clap their hands to 'Hot Dog', combining physical movement with the musical elements. For further engagement, children can pant on 'Hot Dog' and mimic the action of pulling a bell rope for 'Ding Dong'. The instrumental activity involves dividing the class into two groups, each assigned different percussion instruments like claves and shakers. One group plays on 'Ding Dong' while the other plays on 'Hot Dog', either while singing out loud, thinking the words, or using their 'thinking voices' for those who have internalised the song. This multi-sensory approach to learning music helps children to connect the physical actions and instrumental sounds with the rhythm of the song.