The document outlines a music lesson plan for grade 8 students to analyze musical elements in songs, instrumental pieces, and performances. It includes 3 activities where students analyze selected songs by identifying elements like melody, rhythm, harmony, and dynamics. They analyze instrumental pieces individually and discuss their interpretations. Finally, students perform in groups and analyze each other's use of musical elements. The goal is for students to understand how elements contribute to a work's overall impact and to apply their analysis skills to real-world music. Progress is assessed through student analyses, performances, and class discussions.

1. Objective: The students will be able to analyze the musical elements of selected
songs and instrumental pieces heard and performed.
Subject: Music
Grade Level: Grade 8
Learning across curriculum:
1. English Language - Students can analyze the lyrics of the selected songs and discuss the
use of literary devices.
2. Science - Students can explore the science behind sound waves and how they affect music.
3. History - Students can research the historical context of the selected songs and
instrumental pieces.
Review Motivation:
1. Play a popular song and ask the students to identify the different musical elements they
hear.
2. Show a video of a live performance and ask the students to analyze the musical elements
used by the performers.
3. Discuss the impact of music on emotions and ask the students to share their favorite songs
and why they resonate with them.
Activity 1: Analyzing Song Lyrics
Materials: Selected songs with lyrics, whiteboard or chart paper, markers
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a different song.
2. Provide the lyrics of the song to each group.
3. In their groups, students should analyze the musical elements such as melody, rhythm,
harmony, dynamics, and form.
4. Each group should present their analysis to the class using the whiteboard or chart paper.
5. As a class, discuss the similarities and differences in the musical elements the different
songs.
Rubric:
Criteria: Analysis of musical elements
Points: 10
Assessment Questions:
1. How does the melody of the song contribute to its overall impact?
2. How does the rhythm of the song affect the listener's experience?
Activity 2: Instrumental Piece Analysis
Materials: Selected instrumental pieces, headphones, paper, pencils
Instructions:
1. Provide each student with a different instrumental piece to listen to using headphones.

2. 2. In their individual papers, students should analyze the musical elements such as melody,,
harmony, dynamics, and form.
3. After listening, students should write a short reflection on how the instrumental piece made
them feel and why.
4. Students should then pair up and share their analysis and reflections with their partner.
5. As a class, discuss the different interpretations and emotional responses to the instrumental
pieces.
Rubric:
Criteria: Analysis of musical elements and reflection
Points: 15
Assessment Questions:
1. How does the harmony of instrumental piece contribute to its overall mood?
2. How does the dynamics of the instrumental piece affect the listener's emotional response?
Activity 3: Performance Analysis
Materials: Musical instruments, performance space
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a different musical instrument.
2. In their groups, students should create a short performance using their assigned instrument.
3. Each group should analyze the musical elements such as melody, rhythm, harmony,
dynamics, and form in their performance.
4. After the performances, students should discuss their analysis and provide feedback to
each other.
5. As a class, discuss the different musical elements used in the performances and their
impact on the overall experience.
Rubric:
Criteria: Analysis of musical elements and performance quality
Points: 20
Assessment Questions:
1. How did the melody of the performance contribute to its overall effectiveness?
2. How did the rhythm of the performance enhance the listener's engagement?
Analysis: The students were able to analyze the musical elements of the selected
songs, instrumental pieces, and performances. They demonstrated an
understanding of how these elements contribute to the overall impact and
effectiveness of the music.
Abstraction: The students have learned how to critically analyze and appreciate
the different musical elements in songs and instrumental pieces.

3. Application: In a real-life scenario, the students can use their knowledge of
musical elements to compose their own songs or analyze the music in films and
advertisements.
Assessment: Teachers can assess the learning of the students by evaluating their
analysis of musical elements in written or oral form, their ability to perform
using musical instruments, and their participation in class discussions and
activities.
Assignment: Write a reflection paper discussing the musical elements used in a
song or instrumental piece of your choice. Explain how these elements contribute
to the overall impact and effectiveness of the music.