Sp 1 | Exploring Pitch 2: Dot Notation

Overview

During the spring term, Year 2 learners shift their focus to pitch exploration using dot notation. This unit aligns with the curriculum’s objective of further developing pitch concepts. Students continue to refine their pitch recognition abilities, preparing them for more complex pitch-related activities like singing and playing melodies with confidence.

Expected Standards:

Compare and contrast high and low sounds in various contexts, including music and everyday sounds.
Sing songs with a slightly wider pitch range of do-so.
Follow simple dot notation pictures and symbols to guide singing and playing melodies.

Lesson structure

Introduce the unit
Warm up
Core song
Listening (live)
Listening (recorded)
Core song circle/actions game

Compare and contrast high and low sounds in various contexts, including music and everyday sounds.
Sing songs with a slightly wider pitch range of do-so.
Follow simple dot notation pictures and symbols to guide singing and playing melodies.