Journeys with African Music: Banaha

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Journeys with African Music: Banaha

What do you already know about African music and rhythm?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to sing, reflect upon, and perform the African song Banaha, using rhythm and instruments.

What is African Music?

African music involves singing, dancing, and playing unique instruments. It often uses strong rhythms and group participation.

Introducing the Song: Banaha

Banaha is a folk song from the Congo. It is sung by children and uses repeating chorus lines to make it easy to join in.

Listening to Banaha

Listen carefully to Banaha. Pay attention to the rhythm, melody, and how the voices blend together.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RGCEF66GDg&list=RD0RGCEF66GDg&start_radio=1

Let’s Reflect

How did the song make you feel? What did you notice about the rhythm and words? What instruments would suit the song?

Practising Rhythm

Tap out the rhythm of Banaha with your hands or simple percussion instruments. Copy the patterns you hear.

Performing Together!

Sing Banaha as a group. Add your rhythmic clapping and instruments for a lively performance. Enjoy making music together!

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.