Part 4 — Curriculum by Age Level & Program
Every session uses the same format: Section (Ritual / Game / Drum Circle — see Part 3.2) · Activity · What to Do / Say · Supporting Video. Videos tagged “pending” are referenced by the lesson plans but not yet filmed — add the file to the working folder with the matching name and the tag will point straight to it.
Video tags: [VIDEO PENDING] — referenced by the lesson plan, not yet filmed. [VIDEO NEEDED] “name” — a specific clip belongs in that row. To attach a video, replace the tag with a link to it.
4.1 Level 1 — Kindergarten / Grade 1
Pre-Residency Session
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Hello my name is “XXX” — today we’re here to play drums, play games & build community. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Coming in the Circle | How to come in and get the drum (including hands on your lap) | Level 1 — Coming in the circle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APO9G2k0diQ |
|
| Rudiment | Playing vs Hitting | Level 3 – Management – Playing vs Hitting | |
| Rudiment | Bass, Tone & Clap (Call the Notes) | Level 1 — Call the Notes | |
| Game | Rhythm Language: SAY & PLAY | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Help the Group | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Imitate then Innovate: Rock & Roll |
Session 1
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Hello my name is “XXX” — today we’re here to play drums, play games & build community. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual | Body Percussion: Steady Beat Improv | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | [VIDEO NEEDED] “Getting the Drums” | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Steady Beat Improv | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Game | Help the Group | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing: Dance Party |
Session 2
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Hello my name is “XXX” — today we’re here to play drums, play games & build community. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual | Body Percussion “This Is Our Jam Song” | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Jam Song | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APO9G2k0diQ | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Steady Beat Improv Review | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Drum Circle | “This Is Our Jam Song” | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Jam Song | |
| Game | Middle Rhythm Leadership | Level 3 Leadership S1 — Teaching the Signals | |
| Ritual | Closing | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Session 3
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening / Body Percussion | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | Level 3 — Ritual — Holding the Drum | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Rock & Roll and/or Jam Song: Include facilitation like half group sculpts | Level 2 Finale — Jam Song | |
| Game | Help the Group & Middle Leadership | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Dress Rehearsal
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Opening: Talking About the Finale | “Four times the amount of people means four times the amount of listening.” Discuss staying in control of body/voice/energy at scale. Point out the teachers section where we will have to sit if we’re not in control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Review (5 mins) | Things we have learned | Where are the base and tone? What do we do if we make a mistake? How do we help the group? What do we connect with? |
[VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale — Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale — Final Words Serve the Group |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale — Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Extra | If there is extra time do a dance party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Finale
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale – Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 2 Finale – Parents Body Percussion Warm-Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 – Ritual – Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale – Final Words (Serve the Group) |
| Drum Circle | Introducing Instruments | Level 1 – Introducing Instruments | |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 2n Finale – Steadybeat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale – Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
| Drum Circle | Teacher and Student Dance Party | Level 2 Finale – Teacher Facilitation & Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | Level 3 Finale — Final Words (Serve the Group) |
4.2 Level 2 — Grade 2–4
Pre-Residency Session
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Coming in the Circle | How to come in and get the drum (including hands on your lap) – Have the older students demonstrate controlled voices | Level 1 — Coming in the circle |
| Ritual | Getting the Drum | [VIDEO NEEDED] “Getting the Drum” | |
| Rudiment | Playing vs Hitting | Demonstrate playing vs hitting | Level 3 – Management – Playing vs Hitting |
| Rudiment | Bass, Tone & Clap (Call the Notes) | Level 1 — Call the Notes | |
| Game | Learn the Rhythm Quicker | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Imitate then Innovate: Clave | Level 2 — Imitate then Innovate Clave |
Session 1
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Body Percussion: Steady Beat Improv | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | [VIDEO NEEDED] “Getting the Drum” | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Steady Beat Improv | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Game | Serve the Group | Level 3 — Game — Serve the Group | |
| Game | Speed Challenge | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing: Dance Party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party |
Session 2
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Body Percussion “This Is Our Jam Song” | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Jam Song | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | [VIDEO NEEDED] “Getting the Drum” | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Steady Beat Improv Review | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv | |
| Drum Circle | “This Is Our Jam Song” | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Jam Song | |
| Game | Accuracy | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Choice | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Session 3
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Imitate then Innovate: Clave | Level 2 — Imitate then Innovate Clave | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | [VIDEO NEEDED] “Getting the Drum” | |
| Ritual | “Hello My Drum” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Funky Beat with Shakers & Half Group Facilitation | ||
| Game | Middle Rhythm Leadership | Level 3 Leadership S1 — Teaching the Signals | |
| Game | Choice? | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Dress Rehearsal
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Opening: Talking About the Finale | “Four times the amount of people means four times the amount of listening.” Discuss staying in control of body/voice/energy at scale. Point out the teachers section where we will have to sit if we’re not in control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Review (5 mins) | Things we have learned | Where are the base and tone? What do we do if we make a mistake? How do we help the group? What do we connect with? |
[VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale — Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale — Final Words Serve the Group |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale — Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Extra | If there is extra time do a dance party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Finale
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale – Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 2 Finale – Parents Body Percussion Warm-Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 – Ritual – Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale — Serve the Group |
| Drum Circle | Introducing Instruments | Level 1 – Introducing Instruments | |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 2n Finale – Steadybeat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale – Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | |
| Drum Circle | Teacher and Student Dance Party | Level 2 Finale – Teacher Facilitation & Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | Level 3 Finale — Final Words (Serve the Group) |
4.3 Level 3 — Grade 4–9
Pre-Residency Session
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Coming in the Circle | How to come in and get the drum (including hands on your lap) – Have the older students demonstrate controlled voices | Level 3 — Ritual — Coming in the Circle |
| Rudiment | Playing vs Hitting | Demonstrate playing vs hitting | Level 3 – Management – Playing vs Hitting |
| Rudiment | Bass, Tone & Clap (Call the Notes) | Level 1 — Call the Notes | |
| Game | Learn the rh | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Help the rhythm quicker | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Imitate then Innovate: Clave | Level 2 — Imitate then Innovate Clave |
Session 1
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Imitate then Innovate: Find your rhythm | Level 3 Finale — Find the Rhythm YUP YUP | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | Level 3 — Ritual — Holding the Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Learn the rhythm quicker | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Distraction Game | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Imitate then Innovate: Find your rhythm – Copy Someone | Level 3 Finale — Find the Rhythm YUP YUP | |
| Game | Serve the Group | Level 3 — Game — Serve the Group | |
| Game | Speed Challenge | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing: Dance Party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party |
Session 2
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Imitate then Innovate: Find your rhythm – Extend the Cycle | Level 3 Finale — Find the Rhythm YUP YUP | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | Level 3 — Ritual — Holding the Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Learn the rhythm quicker | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Drum Circle | Imitate then Innovate: Find your rhythm – Extend the Cycle | Level 3 Finale — Find the Rhythm YUP YUP | |
| Game | Accuracy | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Teachers choice | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing: Dance Party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party |
Session 3
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Layering Jam: Body Percussion | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up | |
| Ritual | Get Drums | Level 3 — Ritual — Holding the Drum | |
| Drum Circle | Layering Jam with Drums | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Ensemble Masters | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Game | Students Choice | [VIDEO PENDING] | |
| Ritual | Closing: Dance Party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party |
Dress Rehearsal
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Opening: Talking About the Finale | “Four times the amount of people means four times the amount of listening.” Discuss staying in control of body/voice/energy at scale. Point out the teachers section where we will have to sit if we’re not in control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Review (5 mins) | Things we have learned | Where are the base and tone? What do we do if we make a mistake? How do we help the group? What do we connect with? |
[VIDEO PENDING] |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale — Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 — Ritual — Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale — Final Words Serve the Group |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 1 Finale — Drum Circle — Steady Beat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale — Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | [VIDEO PENDING] |
| Extra | If there is extra time do a dance party | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | [VIDEO PENDING] |
Finale
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual (5 mins) | Opening | Bring them in: bring students in concentric circles starting with the inner circle. Bring them in two sections at a time. | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
| Ritual (3 mins) | Picture Time | Level 2 Finale – Picture Time | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | Body Percussion Warm-Up | Level 2 Finale – Parents Body Percussion Warm-Up | |
| Ritual (2 mins) | “Hello My Drum” | Variant 3: “…I’m going to miss you….” Self-version: “…my destiny! Cuz I’ve got a choice!” | Level 1 – Ritual – Hello My Drum |
| Game (5 mins) | Warm-up & Help the Group Game | • Rumbles • Call & Echo Play help the group game |
Level 3 Finale – Final Words (Serve the Group) |
| Drum Circle | Introducing Instruments | Level 1 – Introducing Instruments | |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Steady Beat Improv Review | Review | Level 2n Finale – Steadybeat Improv |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Jam Song (Copy a Rhythm) | Reintroduce jam-song rhythms; students create their own version. Split the circle in half — one half plays, the other half finds a rhythm to copy. | Level 2 Finale – Jam Song |
| Drum Circle (5-8 mins) | Lead From the Middle | Review and have strong leaders | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
| Drum Circle | Teacher and Student Dance Party | Level 2 Finale – Teacher Facilitation & Dance Party | |
| Finale Talk (5 mins) | Put drums back to where they came from. Recognize students for the creativity, collaboration and control. | Level 2 Finale – Brining Them In |
Improv: Imitate Then Innovate — choice table
| Choice | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Copy | Half-group sculpt; the half that stops finds a rhythm to copy | L1/2: find one person to copy. L3: find a rhythm to copy, then add a complementary pattern. |
| Complement (Change Notes) | Same rhythm, different notes | L1/2/3: choose different notes/textures/body percussion (limit 2–3 to avoid chaos). |
| Complement (Add/Remove) | Add or remove notes while keeping the structure | L1: take/add one. L2: take/add a few. L3: play the first or second half of a 4/8 beat pattern. |
4.4 Interactions
Most residencies run one of these two programs alongside the standard grade levels — filled in with the same Section / Activity / What to Do or Say / Supporting Video format.
Interactions
Adapted structure for groups needing extra support. The five core activities repeat each visit; the finale week (below) rotates one new activity per day.
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Hello Song: “Hello, hello to (student name)!” Wait until everyone is in the room unless the teacher confirms someone will be late. | |
| Rudiment | Body Percussion — Steady Beat | Play it on the lap, with a clap, with a stomp. Pick a body part to play on (chest, head, hands). | Level 3 — Body Percussion Warm Up |
| Rudiment | Activity 1: Exploring Rumbles (fine motor) | “Can I get a (two/three/four finger rumble)” — other rumbles: knock, side, chop, finger wag, wiggle, gentle, wave. | Level 1 — Rumble Warm Ups |
| Rudiment | Activity 2: Steady Beat (gross motor) | “Let’s play a steady beat, we’ll do it all together” — move between steady beat and “group solos” 2–3 times. Other steady beats: wave, train, bass & clap, swing, robot. | |
| Drum Circle | Activity 3: Improv “Make Up Your Own Way” | Teachers follow you with “ti ti ta – ta ta,” students make up their own way or copy you. Mirror students’ ideas around the circle, always returning to “make up your own way.” Halfway through, offer mallets. | |
| Game | Activity 4: Vocal Leadership or Song | Students do the countdown with you to stop; say “GO!” or “1, 2 ready GO!” if they can. Language-device users can join quietly. Some will say “Bass, Bass, Bass” & “Tone, Tone, Tone.” | |
| Drum Circle | Activity 5: Dance Party | You play drums with the teachers; whoever wants to dance, dances. | Level 3 Finale — Teachers Lead and Dance Party |
| Ritual | Closing | Goodbye Song: “Goodbye, goodbye to (student name)!” |
Rotation of Activities
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday: Solos | Every student gets one turn with the mallets to play a solo. Teachers help keep non-soloing students off the drums. Everyone claps when the student is done. | ||
| Tuesday: Boomwhackers | Put drums in the middle, give everyone two boomwhackers. Explore steady beats, stops and starts, make up your own, mimic students. | ||
| Wednesday: Shakers | Put drums in the middle, give everyone one shaker. Movement sequence: “Shake them up high! Shake them down low! Shake them to the side! Shake them too and fro!” Then “one, two, make up your own.” | ||
| Thursday: Lead From the Middle | Demonstrate volume up, volume down, accent notes (jumping). Let students try from the middle, helping as needed. | ||
| Friday: Rhythm Massage | Use the frame drums to gently tap a rhythm on students’ backs. |
Source material: Interactions Lesson Plan
4.5 Leadership
Builds toward student-led leadership roles in a community drum circle.
Student Leadership
Teaching the Signals
Session 1
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opening | Bring them in:</strong | ||
| Leadership Roles | Go over expectations — lots of drumming and helping, multiple student roles. Note which days you’ll be out of class so students stay caught up. Flag that they’ll be leading the community drum circle. | Level 3 Leadership S1 — Student Leadership | |
| Middle Rhythm Leadership | Teach all the signals and potential roles for the middle leadership group• Stops and starts • Volume Control • Call and echo • Two-part rhythm |
Level 3 Leadership S1 — Teaching the Signals | |
| Ritual | Closing |
Session 2
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Body percussion warm-up. | |
| Rhythm | Practice Middle Leadership Parts | Have students play some of the middle leadership positions and choose students that are strong in each category. | |
| Ritual | |||
| Rhythm | Bass drums, Bells, Blocks & Shakers | Demonstrate Complementary patterns for bells blocks and shakers. | |
| Ritual | Closing |
Session 3
| Section | Activity | What to Do / Say | Supporting Video |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritual | Opening | Organize students into sections: blocks, bass drummers (if available), counter-rhythm buddies. | |
| Rhythm | Ensemble | ||
| Rhythm | Clean-Up Roles | ||
| Ritual | Closing |