The History and
Origin of Musical Instruments: The Human Voice/Singing
The class covered the following topics:
Understanding how the voice works:
The Power Source: Lungs and Diaphragm
Understanding the importance of Air in sounds
The Pipe: Trachea and Vocal Chords
Understanding Vibrations
The Manipulators: Tongue, Lips, Teeth, Nose, and Sinus
Cavities
Projects
Worksheet/coloring Sheet
Voice Exercises:
Controlled Breathing (Candle Experiment),articulation
(Tongue Twisters), warm-ups for the Vocal Chords, Comb Harmonica and Vibrations
Listening to Vocal style and variety in music
Homework
Bring in a household object that could be used as a drum
Bring in an item/items that could be put inside a drum that
would change the sound of it.
