Category Archives: Unit 6

Unit 6: African American Gospel and Spirituals with Huxsie

Find Huxsie’s Home Town The Bus Driver will now take us on a journey from Tybee Island to Savannah to meet our last singer for the year, Huxsie. Have students turn to SG32 and help them do the following: Locate Eric in Tybee Island. Locate Huxsie in Savannah. Complete the activity. PDF Downloads SG32 ↓…

Lesson 1: Learning “This Train Is Bound for Glory”

Aim: What musical opposites can we find in “This Train Is Bound for Glory”? Summary: Students meet the artist, explore the meaning of the song, and learn musical opposites of dynamics (loud/soft) and tempo (fast/slow). Materials: Musical Explorers CD or online audio, Musical Explorers Student Guide Time required: 30 minutes (three 10-minute activities) Standards: US…

Lesson 2: Exploring “Follow the Drinking Gourd”

Aim: What is the hidden meaning in “Follow the Drinking Gourd”? Summary: Students explore the hidden meaning of “Follow the Drinking Gourd” and create secret directions for finding their own school. Materials: Musical Explorers CD or online audio, Musical Explorers Student Guide Time required: 30 minutes (two 15-minute activities) Standards: US 1, 2, 3.1, 4.1,…