Exploring Olivia Dean: Listen, Play, Create!

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Exploring Olivia Dean: Listen, Play, Create!

What do you already know about Olivia Dean?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to play a song by Olivia Dean on the keyboard, identify musical features in her music

Who is Olivia Dean?

Background

Hit Songs

Her popular tracks include "The Hardest Part", "Dive", and "Ok Love You Bye".

Olivia Dean is a British singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics.

Listening: Key Features

Identify the Instruments used , the tempo (speed) of the song and the meaning of the lyrics

Connect Task : Notes on the Keyboard

Review the names of keyboard notes, hand position, and how to play simple chords. Get ready to practise!

Practical Task: Play Along

Use the sheet music provided to play a section of an Olivia Dean song on the keyboard. Practise with your group.

Group Creativity Challenge

In small groups, adapt or improvise your own ending to the song using the keyboard.

Reflection

What did you find most enjoyable or challenging about playing and listening to Olivia Dean's music today?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.