This lesson introduces Grade 7 students to the musical elements of Luzon lowlands devotional music through listening activities, analysis of lyrics, and composition. Students will identify melody, rhythm, harmony and instrumentation in audio examples. They will also analyze lyrics for poetic devices and cultural references. Finally, students will work in groups to compose an original piece inspired by the musical styles of Luzon lowlands devotional music. The teacher will assess students' understanding through class participation, identification of elements, and the creativity of their compositions.

1. Objective: The objective of this lesson is for Grade 7 students to identify the
different musical elements incorporated in the Luzon lowlands devotional music.
Subject: Music
Grade Level: Grade 7
Learning across curriculum:
1. - Explore the historical context of the Luzon lowlands devotional music.
2. Geography - Study the geographical features of the Luzon lowlands and how they
influence the music.
3. Filipino - Discuss the Filipino lyrics and language used in the devotional music.
Review Motivation:
1. Show a video clip of a traditional Luzon lowlands devotional music performance,
highlighting the unique musical elements.
2. Play a recording of a popular Luzon lowlands devotional song and ask students to identify
the different musical elements they hear.
3. Discuss the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the role of music in cultural
expression.
Activity 1: Exploring the Musical Elements
Materials: Audio recordings of Luzon lowlands devotional music, whiteboard, markers
Instructions:
1. Play different examples of Luzon lowlands devotional music for students to listen to.
2. Guide a class discussion on the musical elements present in each song, such as melody,
rhythm, harmony, and instrumentation.
3. Write down the identified elements on the whiteboard.
Rubrics:
- Identification of musical elements: 5 points
- Participation in class discussion: 5 points
Assessment questions:
1. What is the role of harmony in Luzon lowlands devotional music?
2. How does the instrumentation contribute to the overall sound of the music?
Activity 2: Analyzing the Lyrics
Materials: Printed lyrics of Luzon lowlands devotional songs, highlighters
Instructions:
1. Distribute the printed lyrics to students.
2. In pairs or small groups, have students read and analyze the lyrics.
3. Ask students to identify any poetic devices or cultural references in the lyrics.
Rubrics:
- Analysis of lyrics: 10 points
- Collaboration in group work: 5 points

2. Assessment questions:
1. How do the lyrics of Luzon lowlands devotional music reflect the religious beliefs of the
region?
2. What cultural references can be found in the lyrics of the songs?
Activity 3: Creating a Musical Composition
Materials: Musical instruments (optional), manuscript paper, pencils
Instructions:
1. Divide students into small groups.
2. Instruct each group to create a short musical composition inspired by the musical elements
and themes of Luzon lowlands devotional music.
3. Provide time for students to practice and refine their compositions.
Rubrics:
- Creativity and originality of composition: 10 points
- Execution and performance of composition: 10 points
Assessment questions:
1. How did you incorporate the musical elements of Luzon lowlands devotional music into
your composition?
2. What themes or cultural elements did you draw inspiration from?
Analysis:
After completing the activities, analyze the outcome of each activity by discussing the
students' understanding of the musical elements and their ability to analyze lyrics and create
compositions.
Abstraction:
Guide students in summarizing the key concepts and musical elements they have learned
from the Luzon lowlands devotional music.
Application:
Present students with a real-life problem related to the objective, such as creating a musical
arrangement for a cultural event that showcases the musical elements of Luzon lowlands
devotional music.
Assessment:
Teachers can assess the students' learning based on the learning objectives by:
- Observing their active participation in class discussions and group work.
- Evaluating their analysis of lyrics and identification of musical elements.
- Assessing their creativity and execution in creating musical compositions.
Assignment:
As an assignment, students can research and write a short essay on the significance of Luzon
lowlands devotional music in the cultural heritage of the Philippines, focusing on the musical
elements and themes discussed in class.