Key Stage 3 Music - Pop Music


Lesson 7

Lesson Objective:

•Develop our understanding of pop and riffs by learning “Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol


Starter

Listen to the song and answer the questions below. Be prepared to share your answers.

•How is this different/similar to what we have been learning?

•Can you identify the riff/hook in the piece?

•Does it sound different/similar to music you hear in the charts today? Explain your answer.

Practical Task

•In your set pairs, begin to learn “Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol. Use the resources in the classroom to help you.

•Task 1-5 on the sheet - Start by learning the bass line with your left hand. Then work out the chords with your right hand. Then play both parts hand together (or take it in turns to share parts with your partner).

•Then continue with the other tasks on the sheet to develop your piece and skills further. The tasks get more challenging as you work through them.