How to play Little Maestros

This fun music game is perfect for classroom environments and is a great way to introduce young children to the idea of reading or writing sheet music ("20 fun music games for the classroom," 2018). What you will need Sheets of paper Pencils or pens How to play Little Maestros Start by designating some symbols for the different sounds that the children can make using their bodies. You could assign different symbols for clapping, whistling, tapping the table, stomping, slapping themselves on the thighs, shouting a word and so on. The symbols need to be things they can write quickly, like lines, circles, waves, and triangles. Assign at least 4 symbols to different sounds. Next, demonstrate how to write down a simple rhythm that you have made up. Once the children understand the concept, write a few more examples on the white board and have the children “read” the musical rhythms. Encourage the children to write their own unique rhythms and have the class perform them. Video by Bradley White 2021 Produced for a class practicum task as part of a Bachelor of Education. Reference 20 fun music games for the classroom. (2018, December 21). Kid Activities. https://kidactivities.net/music-games-for-the-classroom/