Instrumental Activity Book - Rocky Mountain

The "Rocky Mountain" Instrumental Activity Book provides a charming and engaging way for children to learn about rhythm, pitch, and musical expression through the traditional song "Rocky Mountain." The activities are designed to promote an understanding of musical concepts such as pulse and rhythm, and to develop skills in singing and playing instruments. The book outlines a series of progressive activities, starting with tapping and singing the pulse of the song, moving on to clapping and thinking the rhythm, and eventually playing the rhythm on instruments. As students become more confident, they are encouraged to explore more complex tasks such as playing the pulse and rhythm on tuned instruments, using notes C, E, and G.

Accompanying the activities, the book provides a clear breakdown of the rhythm and solfa, as well as the rhythm and note names for "Rocky Mountain," enabling students to see the connection between the song's lyrics and its musical notation. These elements are essential for understanding how to play the melody on tuned instruments and for creating rhythmic or tuned ostinatos to accompany the song. The activities encourage group participation, with some students playing the pulse while others focus on the rhythm or melody, fostering a collaborative learning environment. The inclusion of actions and hand signs for solfa singing adds a kinesthetic dimension to the learning experience, further reinforcing the musical concepts being taught.