Category Archives: Unit 4

Unit 4: Opera with Rebecca

Find Rebecca’s Home Town The Bus Driver now takes us on a journey from the Lucas Theatre for the Arts to Pooler, Georgia, to meet our next singer, Rebecca. Have students turn to SG24 and help them do the following: Locate the Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah. Locate Rebecca in Pooler, Georgia. Complete…

Lesson 1: Learning “O Sole Mio”

Aim: What makes a healthy classical singing style? Summary: Students learn to sing in a legato style on “O Sole Mio.” Materials: Musical Explorers CD or online audio, Musical Explorers Student Guide Time Required: 30 minutes (one 20-minute activity, one 10-minute activity) Standards: US 1, 2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6, 7.2, 9, 10,…

Lesson 2: Exploring “Come Scoglio”

Aim: How do opera singers express emotion through dramatic storytelling? Summary: Students will learn about opera and create dramatic gestures using Mozart’s “Come Scoglio.” Materials: Musical Explorers CD or online audio, Musical Explorers Student Guide Time Required: 30 minutes (two 15-minute activities) Standards: US 1, 2, 3.2, 4.2, 4.3; GA 1, 2, 3, 4, 6,…