Kodaly Rhythm Syllables
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Objective
I can clap and say rhythm patterns using "ta," "ti-ti," and "shh."
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Warm-up video
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
7 questions
If "ta" represents one clap and "ti-ti" represents two claps close together, clap and say "ta ti-ti ta."
What does "shh" mean in a rhythm pattern? How would you show it with your hands?
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
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“Clap and say this rhythm pattern: ta shh ti-ti. Clap and say this rhythm pattern: ti-ti ta ta. ”
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