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Technology and the distribution of music

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Activity 3 (Group and individual)

  • Divide into groups. Study the illustration, listen to the recording and discuss and answer the questions
  • What is this type of dance called?
  • What is the writing in the background called?
  • In which environment is this type of dancing common?
  • What do we call the “singing” that goes with this “dance”.
  • Describe the singing.
  • Who is responsible for the accompaniment?
  • How does he/she perform the accompaniment?
  • What technique is used?
  • Name two different techniques used in classical music.
  • Why would you describe this type of accompaniment as “technology”?
  • What message is conveyed by the lyrics?
  • Would you regard it as a positive message?
  • Is there any rhyming pattern?
  • Which musical element would you regard as the most important? (harmony, melody, rhythm, form, etc.)
  • Name the structure of this song.
  • Give two different structures in form, typical of the Classical period.
  • What do we call the South African equivalent of Hip-Hop?
  • Do research on Hip-Hop, Rap and Kwaito, making use of the Internet, magazines, videos, newspaper reviews etc., and then complete the questions above that you were unsure of.
  • Read the following selections from different Rap songs. Say them rhythmically.

  1. Choose a subject you are familiar with (or you can do research on it). Your approach must be positive and you may offer positive comments on social issues. The message must be positive! AIDS-Rap (be AIDS-positive, in other words a positive attitude towards AIDS), Drug-free Rap or Respect for others.
  2. Tell a story in rhyme . The first line must have a strong beat and the second must rhyme with the first – keep the same beat.

Repeat rhythm patterns. Some lines can be longer and others shorter.

The rhyme is in couplets (two-two)

Refrain: This line stays the same.

Sounds to be used: BR DR KR PR SL ST STR TR

  1. Time to HIP-HOP! (or KWAITO)

Use the written Rap and add what is needed for Hip-Hop!

You can work in groups: You will need someone to breakdance, someone to DJ, someone to Rap and the rest of the group can design a poster with the title in graffiti.

The group can either give a live performance of it can be recorded on video. Use your imagination and any available technology . Body percussion and sounds (ululation and others) can be used. There are no other rules!

EXAMPLES: Slimskud – Azanian

Brasse van die Kaap

Will Smith

REMEMBER: You can only Rapabout a topic you know well!

LO 4.3

Assessment

Learning Outcome(LOs)
LO 4
expressing and communicatingThe learner will be able to analyse and use multiple forms of communication and expression in Arts and Culture.
Assessment Standards(ASs)
We know this when the learner:
MUSIC
4.3 explains how technology has influenced music over time;

Memorandum

Activity 1

This activity deals with technology.

How has technology influenced music in terms of dissemination?

The following scenario is presented to the learners: It is the 18 th century in Europe. The music of the Wunderkind Mozart (13) is creating a stir. He is both a composer and a performer. Would you be able to listen to his music? If so, how would this be possible?
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Source:  OpenStax, Arts and culture grade 9. OpenStax CNX. Sep 15, 2009 Download for free at http://cnx.org/content/col11067/1.1
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